What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Mechanic position at TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT?
MUST UPLOAD HS DIPLOMA/GED AND TX DRIVER LICENSE
REQUIRED
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and a Texas Drivers License and an acceptable driving record. One (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES
Provides preventative maintenance on all District and department vehicles, in addition to regular vehicles this includes specialize vehicles such as tractors, yard equipment, forklift, hand trucks, and tenant 5700 sweeper, mowers, as needed and as appropriate; establishes preventative maintenance schedules. Helps keep shop, equipment and tools in a clean and safe operating condition. Changes oil and lubricate all vehicles on schedule and maintains the proper records (mileage records, inspection sticker, insurance card, etc.)
Inspects vehicles and evaluates condition of system, equipment, accessories and lights; services as needed. Repairs and maintains district vehicles to ensure safe and efficient operation. Performs work in a productive and cost effective manner. Replaces clutch, pressures plate, and throw-out bearings, as required on vehicles. Overhauls engines as needed, on vehicles (gas and diesel engines). Uses diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles. Maintains accurate inventory on all parts and equipment purchased for vehicles. Maintains all vehicle inventory and accurate updated records of preventive maintenance; documents repair and maintenance of vehicles. Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and reports any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. Maintains all vehicle inventory and accurate updated records of preventive maintenance. Works irregular hours as needed. Operates buses or other vehicles as needed; obeys all traffic laws. Demonstrates process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to Mechanic Helpers. Replaces or repairs flat tires when needed on vehicles; maintains spare tires in stock. Obtains phone and written quotes from different vendors. Recommends best low price to supervisor. Checks new trucks or buses to make sure it matches with bid specs on P.O. and initiates paperwork to get new license. Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties. Maintains confidentiality. Maintains a high level of ethical behavior as is expected of all District employees. Maintains professional growth by attending in-service and meetings as requested/required. Performs any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Administrator.