Mechanic - School Bus

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve (12) month (248 days). Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board. Extended hours beyond the regular school day may be occasionally required.

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Education, Training, And Experience

High School education is preferred.

Certificate And License Requirements

Possession of a valid state driver’s license. Ability to secure a Class B

Commercial Drivers License with a passenger endorsement and school bus endorsement within three (3)

months of employment. Ability to obtain ASE Certification in School Bus Diesel Engines (Test S2) and

School Bus Brakes (Test 84) within one year of being hired.

Summary Description

This position is responsible for performing skilled and routine mechanic maintenance of buses,

automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other vehicular equipment. Independent judgment concerning work

methods and procedures is required, but the work is subject to inspection during the process and upon

completion for quality and conformity with requirements.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (Asterisk for essential job duties.)

• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Use and care of equipment and tools used in the automotive repair work.
• React well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent
  
  

interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.

• Performs general automotive repair work on buses, automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other
  
  

vehicular equipmen

• Work independently and engineer repairs on vehicles as required.
• Inspects, adjusts and replaces/repairs necessary units and related parts as needed. Repairs and
  
  

diagnoses problems on cooling systems, fuel and exhaust systems, diesel and gasoline engines, and

a wide variety of electrical systems.

• Completes front-end alignments and repairs on steering and suspension systems. Performs repairs
  
  

on chassis units, brake systems, air and hydraulic, replaces clutches, standard and automatic

transmissions, and differential and steering units.

• Road tests equipment to locate defects and to check repair work. As directed, operates school buses
  
  

or other automotive equipment. Performs routine maintenance of shop equipment. May be

required to run road and service calls for disabled buses, maintenance trucks, etc. Drive

replacement bus to site and call for wrecker service when needed.

• Straightens repairs and/or replaces damaged bodies, doors, fenders, grills, bumpers, frames, cross
  
  

members, and other metal fixtures. Fills out worksheets and assigns parts to vehicles when work is

completed.

• Helps keep the shop and work area clean and neat. Is responsible for issued tools and security of all
  
  

shop equipment used on mechanical work.

• The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not,
  
  

as are assigned or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law

board policy administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the

efficient operation of the school system and its mission.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
• Must be proficient in computer technology.
• Knowledgeable of AC equipment and repairs.
• The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not,
  
  

as are assigned or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law

board policy administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the

efficient operation of the school system and its mission.

Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills

Thorough knowledge of RCSS policies and procedures. Knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment, and maintenance of truck, bus and automotive equipment. Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, and equipment of the truck, bus, and automotive mechanic trades; knowledge of the operation of internal combustion engines, ignition and of other systems; knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, on-board computer systems, air­ brake systems and automatic transmissions. Must have the ability to learn and operate technical test equipment and proper test procedures for individual systems. Ability to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions and to test repaired equipment. Ability to work effectively with others. Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools used in the automotive repair work. Good communications and human relations skills. Good communications and human relations skills.

Physical Demands

(Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Ability to lift and move heavy objects (100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. as needed). Stand for extended periods of time and complete work requiring considerable physical exertion. Extended exposure to inclement weather when needed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing. Ability to lift and

move heavy objects (100 lbs.) regularly and over 100 lbs. as needed.

Date(s) Revised: 11/2023

This description may be changed at any time. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Board. Richmond County Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.