Mechanic

1. Possesses an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification with appropriate categories. 2. Holds an appropriate and valid Massachusetts driver’s license with a good driving record; Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred. 3. A minimum of five years municipal and/or commercial experience in the trade. 4. Ability to assume skilled craftsmen job related duties required of a physically demanding job. 5. Ability to pass any required or mandated trainings provided by the employer such as OSHA requirements needed to perform any job related responsibility. 6. Certification of good health signed by a medical professional in order to be appointed. Any further medical review as appropriate through a school appointed physician. 7. A sense of humor and a proven ability to work in a polite and friendly manner with all staff members, students, and with the larger educational community. 8. Knowledge of SchoolDude work order computer system preferred. 9. Such job related alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Department may find appropriate and acceptable. REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities, Supervisor of Building and Grounds, Superintendent or his/her designee JOB GOALS: 1. To provide students with a safe, comfortable and functional environment in which to learn, play and develop. 2. To maintain the school district vehicles and other stationary and mobile equipment. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Performs routine manual labor associated with skilled maintenance and repair work on automotive and other power driven equipment. 2. Performs mechanical and electrical repair and overhaul of mobile or stationary equipment; disassembles and rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, replaces clutches and transmissions, tunes engines, adjusts and replaces brakes and all associated work in the maintenance on vehicles. Page 1 of 3 S:jobdescriptions\COBRA\mechanic TITLE: MECHANIC 5.4.14 3. Uses and supervised the use of computer diagnostic equipment, electronically controlled mechanic systems and other maintenance technology. 4. Ability to weld and make modifications/fabrications to equipment. 5. May instruct operators as to care and operation of complex equipment; test equipment to ensure proper operation and may demonstrate operation in the field. 6. Ensures the maintenance of assigned equipment and a safe, clean assigned work area. 7. Submits material estimates, timelines, and required support staff to complete specific projects. 8. Demonstrate a working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. 9. Maintains the current school department work order database with the appropriate training. 10. Coordinate job related hazardous waste removal with Town of Plymouth environmental department on an annual basis or as needed. 11. May assist in the preparation of required reports and other documentation relative to the operation of the department. 12. Communicates effectively with the appropriate stakeholders. 13. Ability to work with the following physical and environmental demands described below, which are required to perform the essential functions of the job. a. Physical: Requires periods of physical activity requiring the ability to stand for long periods, walking, climbing, bending, and crawling. The ability to lift, carry and position objects weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds. The ability to make swift and responsible decisions in emergency or hazardous situations. The employee must be able to communicate both through speech and hearing. The employee must have the ability to use hands and arms in order to safely operate equipment and perform the required tasks. The employee must have good vision either normally or corrected. b. Environmental: Frequent periods of outside work in all extremes of weather. Interior work where the employee may be exposed to loud noise, extremes of heat and cold, and the use of various chemicals, some of which may be hazardous and require special handling. The employee may be required to work on ladders, scaffolding or aerial lifts as well as work in confined spaces. The appropriate training will be provided by the employer. Certification after training is the responsibility of the employee. 14. Performs such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be designated by the Director of Facilities, Supervisor of Building and Grounds, Superintendent, or his/her designee. Page 2 of 3 S:jobdescriptions\COBRA\mechanic TITLE: MECHANIC 5.4.14 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: EVALUATION: SALARY: 8 hours per work day; 12 month work year. 5 consecutive days.

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