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Job Description
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GAINESVILLE CITY SCHOOL SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION
Position:
Bus Mechanic Reports To:
Direction of Transportation and Shop Foreman Education Required :
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) ASE Certified Bus Mechanic Class B Driver's License Must pass school bus driver physical examination Must possess and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Under the supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, helps plan, schedule, and perform repair and preventative maintenance of the district bus fleet. Also assists in the maintenance of cars, trucks, and other motorized equipment; prepare and maintain related records, and other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE
Must have a thorough knowledge of School Bus Specifications. Repair shop practices including welding, safety regulations and practices. Operating and repair characteristics for district buses, vehicles, and equipment. Principles and procedures of preventative maintenance related to school bus vehicles and equipment. Shop mathematics applicable to the mechanical trade. Basic record keeping. Practices, methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in the repair and adjustment of school buses and other motorized vehicles and equipment including gasoline and diesel-powered equipment and systems. Ordering parts from various parts manuals. Safe driving principles and practices.
ABILITIES
Use materials and equipment necessary in the repair and maintenance of buses and other motorized vehicles. Follow and give verbal and written instructions and directions. Work cooperatively with others. Perform heavy manual labor. Read, interpret, understand, and apply technical manuals, schematics, diagrams, specifications, and parts catalog. Interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to the assigned programs and functions. Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records. Work independently with minimal supervision. Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Perform responsible and minor mechanical repair work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching; routinely lift and carry parts and equipment 15-75 pounds; possess manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion. Work around moving objects or vehicles; fumes, solvents, grease and oil. May work under conditions of inclement weather. Generally the job requires 80% standing, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Equipment Used :
Small hand tools, drills, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, torch, jack, lift equipment, vehicle diagnostic, repair equipment, personal computer, fax machine, phone, and copier. Duties 1. Plan and implement a program of scheduled preventative maintenance for the district bus fleet. Assist in the service and repair of school vehicles as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. 2. Perform mechanical repairs on buses to include major overhauls if directed, as necessary. 3. Make emergency service calls for stranded buses or other district equipment 4. Make recommendations to the supervisor for ordering and stocking all necessary repair parts necessary supplies. 5. Maintain the shop area in a clean, orderly and safe condition. 6. Assist in the service and repair of other district motor vehicles and equipment as needed. 7. Perform complete safety inspections as required. 8. Estimate time, material, and equipment needed for assigned jobs. 9. Operate school vehicles. 10. Replace and adjust brakes, belts, and hoses. 11. Assist in the service and repair of school vehicles as needed. 12. Perform other duties as assigned.
Created/Revised:
April 2019
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$37,000.00 - $69,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance
