Mechanic Position Available In Dougherty, Georgia

• JOB SUMMARY
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The Mechanic will provide efficient, economical vehicle service and repairs ensuring the safe, efficient operating conditions of all school system vehicles and equipment.

• QUALIFICATIONS

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Vocational diploma in Automotive or related field;2. Minimum of two (2) years of work experience as a mechanic;3. In-depth knowledge of vehicle diagnostic equipment and mechanical systems;4. Must possess or attain and maintain a valid Georgia commercial drivers license with a P and S endorsement within 90 days of the hire date;5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

• SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 1. Ability to apply critical thinking skills and recommendations in rendering solutions to various issues;2. Ability to maintain equipment records;3. Positive job attitude and the ability to work with others;4. Must have excellent organizational skills;5. Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

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Inspects, diagnoses maintain, overhauls, and repairs automobiles, trucks, tractors, buses, and other related equipment;2. Performs major and minor mechanical repairs and adjustments on power trains, brakes, steering, electrical, cooling, and related systems;3. Performs complete overhaul on gasoline and diesel engines, major and minor engine efficiency improvements;4. Diagnoses motor knocks, noise, or mechanical failures through both road testing and the use of diagnostic equipment;5. Replaces or repairs universal joints, axles, transmissions, and clutches as required; Replaces tie rods, steering sectors, spring, and shock absorbers;6. Replaces or rebuilds generators, alternators, regulators, starters, wiring, and gauges;7. Maintains and repairs environmental apparatus installed on automotive equipment;8. Makes emergency road calls to perform minor repairs on equipment or tow disabled equipment to the garage;9. Performs light welding and machine work incidental to the completion of repair assignments;10. Changes and repairs tires when necessary;11. Maintains accurate, up-to-date records associated with all maintenance activities;12. Assists in general housekeeping of the repair areas and related facilities;13. Assists in the implementation of standard safety procedures;14. Repairs and maintains other shop equipment as necessary;15. Maintains and repairs school bus upholstery;16. Performs other such duties as needed or assigned by the supervisor.