Mechanic

ALBANY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE

Laramie, Wyoming

JOB DESCRIPTION

Mechanic

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mechanic performs skilled mechanical work in the inspection, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of district vehicles and equipment, including school buses. The position ensures that all district vehicles are maintained in safe and reliable operating condition and comply with applicable safety standards and regulations. The Mechanic may also assist transportation staff by providing driver training support and operating district vehicles when necessary.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Mechanic:

Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, transmission, and drivetrain issues in school buses and district vehicles.

• Performs repairs on engines, braking systems, electrical systems, and other vehicle components.
• Adjusts and replaces mechanical parts and systems to ensure proper operation and safety.
• Conducts routine preventative maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks.
• Inspects buses and district vehicles to ensure safe operating condition and compliance with safety standards.
• Conducts road tests of buses and vehicles following maintenance or repairs.
• Ensures vehicles meet state and federal transportation safety requirements.
• Maintains accurate repair records, maintenance logs, and parts documentation.
• Assists in maintaining compliance with transportation regulations and district policies.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure safe and efficient shop operations.
• Ensures proper use and storage of mechanical tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Assists with ordering or identifying parts and materials needed for repairs.
• Assists other mechanics or transportation personnel with complex repairs or maintenance tasks.
• Provides training or guidance to new drivers on vehicle operations, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Serves as a substitute school bus driver when needed to support transportation operations.
• Attends all requires meetings/trainings regarding first aid and operation updates as required.
• Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of applicable Motor Vehicle Code as it applies to the operation of vehicle in the transportation of school children. Follows the policies and procedures of the school and the District.
• Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility, such as demonstrating ethical behavior; providing accurate data and reports when needed; meeting deadlines; maintaining confidentiality; caring for the equipment and materials; and dressing appropriately and presenting a good role model.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Denotes essential functions (The tasks listed under the heading of Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities are examples of the variety and general nature of duties performed by employees in positions allocated to the classification.

This specification should not be interpreted to describe all the duties which may be assigned to an employee at this level, nor should persons assigned be expected to necessarily perform all the duties described.) Minimum Qualifications Education Targeted, job-related education in diesel technology, automotive technology, or a closely related field is preferred. Experience Previous experience performing vehicle maintenance and mechanical repair work is required. Certifications and Licenses Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with School Bus and Passenger endorsements, or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe after hire. CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Certificate in Diesel Technology or ability to obtain ASE School Bus Technician certification within 12 months of hire.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge Vehicle mechanical systems including engines, transmissions, electrical systems, and braking systems Safety practices and procedures related to vehicle maintenance Applicable transportation regulations, policies, and safety standards Skills Operation of mechanical tools, diagnostic equipment, and repair equipment Maintaining accurate service records and documentation Operating school buses and district vehicles safely Abilities Diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate repairs Communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors Adapt to changing priorities and respond to urgent maintenance needs Work independently while following established procedures and safety guidelines

Employment Standards:

Minimum of high school education or GED Must pass physical examination as required by U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Motor Vehicle Carrier Safety Regulations, 49 CFR 391.41

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49. Physical may be required after severe illness, injury, or as supervisor's discretion. Each person who drives a school bus must receive training to obtain a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements as specified by the DOT requirements (ACSD#1 will assist hired candidates in training to obtain CDL. Be able to lift legal OSHA requirements of 50 lbs. Demonstrate the ability and physical dexterity to perform a DOT pre-trip inspection, I.e., bending climbing, stooping, reaching, crawling, etc. Physical ability test. Must have satisfactory driving record secured from the Wyoming Department of Transportation and maintain insurability. Must pass drug and alcohol test at the time of hire and random testing thereafter as required by DOT. Application must meet minimum standards for the school bus driver as outline by the state of Wyoming, Department of Education. Must complete six (6) hours of training per year.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work requires significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and fine motor dexterity. The position is performed primarily in a vehicle maintenance shop environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts and risk of injury.
• The Physical Abilities and Working Conditions listed in this section are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Working Conditions which may be required for this position.

Albany County School District #1 encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment for this position and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Chief Human Resources Officer for further information.

• Vision:

  (which may be corrected) must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Hearing:

  (which may be corrected) to answer telephones and tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

• Speech:

  to be understood in face-to-face communications; to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone.

• Body Mobility:

  use hands and fingers to feel, grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at the wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower the head; occasionally stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

• Strength:

  to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 50 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

• Environmental Requirements:

  encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work outdoors and indoors.

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Mental Requirements:

read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile, and coordinate information and records.•

Additional Work Conditions and Physical Abilities:

Requires travel to multiple sites.

EVALUATION

• Evaluation of this position shall be by the Transportation Manager.