Bus Mechanic Assistant/Bus Driver

CLASS TITLE:  BUS MECHANIC ASSISTANT/Bus Driver

BASIC FUNCTION: 

      Perform unskilled to semi-skilled maintenance, preventative maintenance and general repairs to District vehicles as assigned as needed.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• ·         Perform basic vehicle maintenance duties for District vehicles as directed; assist with transmission service, pack wheel bearings, change oil, filters and tires as necessary.
• ·         Repair and replace wheels, tires, hubs and rims.
• ·         Assist with storing repair parts, supplies, tools, equipment and materials.
• ·         Process work orders for parts used on District vehicles as assigned.
• ·         Assure quality and completion of work assigned.
• ·         Attend required training classes and seminars.
• ·         Assist in starting vehicles.
• ·         Assure proper use of tools, equipment, standard maintenance and safety practices.
• ·         Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

      KNOWLEDGE OF:

• ·         Basic mechanical repairs required to maintain District vehicles in proper operating condition.
• ·         Maintenance and operation hazards of District vehicles and safety precautions for related vehicles.
• ·         Record-keeping techniques.
• ·         Oral and written communication skills.
• ·         Health and safety regulations.
• ·         Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• ·         Proper lifting techniques.
• ·         Applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.

      ABILITY TO:

• ·         Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• ·         Work cooperatively with others.
• ·         Maintain routine records.
• ·         Observe health and safety regulations.
• ·         Lift heavy objects.
• ·         Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• ·         Operate, service and make minor repairs on equipment.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

      Any combination equivalent to:  high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year general vehicle servicing experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

      Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license.