What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at Transportation?
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Mechanic
F.L.S.A. Non-Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Properly licensed to operate vehicles, including Passenger/School Bus endorsements.
- Must be willing to serve as substitute driver when needed.
- Demonstrates aptitude and competence for automotive, tractor, turf equipment repair, and mechanical problem solving.
- A minimum five (5) years of experience and/or vocational courses and related certification preferred.
- Must have excellent communication skills, be team oriented; neat in appearance, dependable, and punctual; helpful and pleasant in dealing with people.
- Must have certification to inspect school buses or be willing to obtain one.
- Must have the ability to lift a minimum of 60 pounds repeatedly and to turn, twist, and bend as required to operate equipment and perform duties.
REPORT TO: Supervisor – Director of Transportation
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month (232 days). Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education. Benefits according to the Classified Agreement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Operates all District equipment in a safe manner.
- Assists in the diagnosing, assigning, and repair of a wide range of District equipment: trucks, trailers, snow removal apparatus and tools, turf machinery, and miscellaneous school property.
- Assists with routine and preventative maintenance on all equipment.
- Assists with maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Work overtime as required by supervisor or district administration.
- Attends meetings as requested by supervisors or district administration.
- Respectful and courteous to parents, students and staff.
- Functions as a team player, works on other duties as assigned.