Mechanic - Transportation

TRANSPORTATION - MECHANIC

Reports To and Evaluated By:

Supervisor of Transportation If the Supervisor of Transportation and Mechanic roles are filled by the same individual, then that individual will report to and be evaluated by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Provides maintenance and repairs for school system's buses and other vehicles Maintains the operational integrity of buses in order to pass state inspections. Maintains records for preparation of state and local reports as prescribed by law and district policy. Assists in the development of appropriate policies and procedures related to school transportation consistent with state and federal law and ALSDE regulations. Assists in ensuring that school bus safety inspections are conducted regularly and documented in accordance with state and federal law and ALSDE regulations. Assesses mechanical incidents for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation. Collaborates with the Supervisor of Transportation to request budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities, working collaboratively with the Superintendent and CSFO, for the purpose of maintaining an operational fleet of buses. Participates in meetings, conferences, and workshops for the purposes of professional growth and improved job performance. Proposes recommendations that may improve transportation service and efficiency. Assists in ensuring that the district bus fleet remains clean, safe, and in proper working condition. Maintains and up-to-date inventory of mechanic supplies and equipment in the transportation department. Transports students as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

(must be met within six months of employment) Must hold B (or above) CDL with a passenger endorsement and be insurable for vehicle operation or obtain license and endorsement within six months of employment; must hold a valid bus driver's certificate Must pass a school bus safety test administered by state transportation personnel within six months of employment. Thereafter, must be able to demonstrate, on a yearly basis, the ability to maintain the skill as well as the mental and physical capabilities to perform all tasks necessary to assure the safe maintenance of school buses Certified as a mechanic in the area of general bus maintenance in accordance with Alabama State Board of Education requirements within six months of employment Possess computer skills relevant to the position Ability to complete routine reports Knowledge automotive trade practices, tools, and equipment Must be willing to submit to drug testing prior to employment and be willing to enter into a random drug and alcohol testing program thereafter Must pass a school bus safety test administered by state transportation personnel within six months of employment. Thereafter, must be able to demonstrate to the state inspector, on a yearly basis, the ability to maintain the skill as well as the mental and physical capabilities to perform all tasks necessary to assure the safe maintenance of school buses Must be willing to submit to drug testing prior to employment and be willing to enter into a random drug and alcohol testing program thereafter At least one of the following: Certificate of completion of a certified auto mechanic's apprenticeship program Minimum of 3 years of verifiable experience as an auto or truck mechanic Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to sucessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Terms of Employment:

Compensation calculated from the Support Staff Salary Schedule 240 or 260 assignment days New hires with the district are required to attend a one day orientation. More than one position per category may become available and applicants may be considered for placement throughout the district based upon appropriate and current certification credentials. Prior to employment, all potential employees must present evidence of a clear status resulting from a (self-pay) background check through the Alabama State Department of Education. Information on background checks may be obtained by clicking here . If you think you may already have a background clearance, you can check by clicking here . Salary schedules are available on the MSCS website. Job descriptions are available at the MSBOE Central Office, 3200 S. Wilson Dam Road, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661. All positions are posted to meet the minimum number of days required by state regulations and are open until filled by the Muscle Shoals Board of Education. Muscle Shoals City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Alabama school boards are required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security match.