Bus Mechanic/ Apprentice
Bus Mechanic/ Apprentice
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Job Description
Please be aware if offered a job in the following position it will be contingent on passing a physical. This is an 8 hours per day/ 12 months per year position.
The job of Bus Mechanic/Apprentice is done for the purpose/s of developing the experience and expertise to independently perform the functions of a Bus Mechanic to include: ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition includes determining needed repairs and/or replacements on district vehicles; performing required repairs and preventive maintenance and providing written documentation of repairs to meet district state and federal requirements.
This job reports to Transportation Shop Manager
Essential Functions
- Adjusts parts components systems (e.g. computerized systems carburetorsvalves pistons rings bearings etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the fitness and proper operation of all vehicles.
- Assists other mechanics and/or assistant mechanics as needed for the purpose of completing difficult tasks and responding to coworker requests.
- Attends safety meetings and other in service meetings for the purpose of making sure the job is done in a safe manner.
- Checks fluid levels tire pressure and accessory items (e.g. batteries light bulbs fuses fan belts wiper blades etc.) for the purpose of identifying possible leaks and needed repairs adjustments or replacements to maintain vehicles in good working order.
- Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions for the purpose of determining needed vehicle repairs and/or replacements.
- Fabricates parts for the purpose of providing items necessary for repairs.
- Inspects school buses and other district vehicles for the purpose of adhering to a preventive maintenance schedule and safety inspection standards and requirements.
- Maintains tools equipment and/or shop area for the purpose of ensuring the availability and functioning of required tools and equipment within a safe work area.
- Performs functions of a school bus driver as maybe required for the purpose of ensuring coverage of routes and providing snow day and weekend support as necessary.
- Performs road tests on all vehicles/school buses for the purpose of ensuring that vehicles are in safe operating order.
- Prepares documentation (e.g. records of repairs maintenance logs costs vehicle warranties etc.) for the purpose of conveying required information and meeting federal and state requirements.
- Repairs vehicle systems/components etc. (e.g. diesel/gasoline engines transmissions differentials clutches etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.
- Replaces all defective vehicle parts/systems (e.g. brakes fuel pumps fuel lines gauges electrical wiring etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in a safe operating condition.
- Responds to road calls regarding disabled vehicles for the purpose of performing emergency repair work in the field and/or determining if vehicle needs to be towed.
Other Functions
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
Skills Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in Transportation department; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals write documents following prescribed formats and/or present information to others; and understand complex multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; often gather collate and/or classify data; and consider a
number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; displaying mechanical aptitude; setting priorities; meeting deadlines and schedules; working with detailed information/data; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the jobs functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organizations services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands:
significant lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling some climbing and balancing frequent stooping kneeling
crouching and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting 45% walking
and 35% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with some
exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Experience:
Job related experience is required.
Education:
Targeted job related education with study in job-related area.
Equivalency:
Required Testing Certificates and Licenses
Federal DOT Physical
Pre-Employment Drug Screen
Random Drug/Alcohol Screening
CDL Type B Drivers License w/PS endorsement
CPR/First Aid Certificate (by assignment)
Evidence of Insurability
ASE Truck/School Bus Brake Certification
Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances
Six hours annual training required by WY DOT
Maintain evidence of insurability
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Employment Type
Full-Time
