Mechanic (Tire)
Mechanic (Tire)
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Job Description
Reports To:Lead Mechanic (Tire) or Shop Foreman
Duty Days:260 days
Wage/Hour Status:Non-Exempt 8 hour
Pay Grade: A06
Qualifications:
College hours high school diploma or GED (preferred)
Three years mechanical experience (or heavy-duty tire work) in vehicle repair and/or other related experience
Able to work productively without continual supervision
Formal training in vehicle repair (preferred)
Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements
Pass annual physical in accordance with state law
School Bus Driver Certification or able to obtain with six months of hire date
Negative result on drug and/or alcohol tests administered as pre-employment random post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion basis in accordance with federal law and district policy
Able to communicate in English (written and oral)
Able to read and interpret maps and routes
Able to climb in and out of all school bus emergency exits
Hand tools to be provided by the employee
Primary Purpose:
Capable of making minor mechanical repairs to the districts fleet. Help provide for a safe and reliable vehicle for the transport of students and employees of Katy ISD. Safely drive students to and from school on a schedule assigned by the Transportation Department. Safely transport students and staff to and from district sanctioned activities. Always act in the best interest of the district the students and the community.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Able to effect minor repairs as it concerns the PM schedule i.e. hoses belts bulbs etc.
- Able to perform general lubrication change filters etc.
- Mount and balance heavy (truck bus and trailer) and light (auto) tires.
- Responsible for upkeep repair replacement and protection of personal tools. Certain large tools and equipment are supplied by the district.
- Provide basic mechanical assistance as needed by the Shop Foreman.
- Perform other duties as assigned to include student transport as needed.
- Able to inspect and replace the fleets tires and tubes.
- Maintain records concerning tire use (preventive maintenance).
- Maintain a fleet tire inventory for emergency use.
- Operate any Katy ISD school bus and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner while following all traffic laws district policies district regulations and Transportation Department regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Equipment Used:
Automotive diagnostic equipment wheel balancing equipment tire repairing equipment small hand tools drills drill press grinder air-powered tools welding torch torque wrench jacks and lift equipment. School bus and district vehicles two-way radios and telephones. School buses emergency equipment (triangle reflectors fire extinguisher bodily fluids kit etc.)
Working Conditions:
Work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate walking standing climbing heavy lifting carrying stooping bending kneeling and reaching. Work inside and outside around moving objects and vehicles. Exposed to heat dampness humidity toxic chemicals exhaust fumes gasoline and diesel fuel. Prolonged driving and sitting. Frequent walking standing twisting climbing stairs stooping bending grasping/squeezing wrist and shoulder flexion/extension. Repetitive hand motions moderate carrying reaching and capable of lifting 50 lbs. Occasional prolonged hours.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
