Primary Purpose:

Under minimal supervision, organize and conduct the routine work activities of the transportation department.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas driver’s license, CDL a plus

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Transportation

1. Perform visual inspection of vehicles and report any defects or repairs as needed.
2. Perform minor maintenance and repairs as directed. May include repairing seat surfaces, replacing bulbs and lenses, and replacing windshield wipers.
3. Perform routine daily service as directed including checking tire air pressure, checking oil and other fluid levels, and cleaning bus both inside and out. Fill tires and replace fluids as needed.
4. Fuel buses and maintain accurate records of use.

Safety

  5. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
2. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Salary : $14 - $16