Bus Vehicle Mechanic Assistant 1.0 FTE

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

Bus Vehicle Mechanic Assistant

Job Class Code: 7951

Position Type: Hourly

Job Type: Classified

Pay Grade*: G 09

(*salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels)

Reports To: Superintendents Designee

Supervises: N/A

JOB SUMMARY

Perform unskilled to semiskilled maintenance preventative maintenance and general repairs to District vehicles as assigned as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance.

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.
• Recordkeeping 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

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma G.E.D. Certificate
• One year general vehicle servicing experience

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B drivers license.
• Must have or be able to obtain within six months a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with school bus endorsement.

Special Requirements:
N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech vision and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending squatting crawling climbing reaching.
• Requires the ability to lift carry push or pull medium weights up to 50 pounds
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity and exposure to dust fumes and gases.

Job Description Creation Date:

1/1999

Revision Dates:

7/2011
7/2012
7/2022
10/2024

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment retention promotion demotion transfer or dismissal because of race color religion sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity) genetic information national or ethnic origin political affiliation age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions.