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Job Description
Job Title: Mechanic
Exemption Status: Nonexempt
Department: Transportation
Primary Purpose:
Responsible for onsite leadership of vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
Ability to access and use service materials
Ability to operate bus
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Experience:
Experience as mechanic
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repair
- Perform major and minor mechanical repairs preventative maintenance diagnostics and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision. Maintain accurate uptodate preventive maintenance records.
- Rebuild replace or repair major vehicle components assemblies and systems including engines transmissions suspensions electrical and cooling systems.
- Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.
- Assign work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
- Help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.
Safety
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Ensure shop equipment and tools are in safe operating condition.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
- Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Operate buses and vehicles as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Monitor and direct the work of mechanics and mechanic assistants.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:Automotive diagnostic equipment; wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles.
Posture: Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Moderate walking; frequent climbing grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching; moderate driving
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying 45 pounds and over on a daily basis)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.
Greenwood Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation) or disability in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the Schools compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources. In accordance with Title IX the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational program or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to Title IX Coordinator Superintendent Elliott 2700 FM 1379 Midland TXto the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education or both.
Employment Type
Full-Time
