JOB TITLE:      FLEET MECHANIC I 

SUPERVISED BY: Transportation Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for diagnosing and repairing school vehicles and equipment, performing preventive maintenance, locating and ordering parts, communicating with vendors on parts pricing and warranties, prioritizing work orders, cleaning and maintaining the shop and parts areas, assisting in developing bus maintenance programs, assisting in driver training, attending workshops and training classes and driving school bus routes as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required of the position. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.                                                                              

Frequency

1. Perform all responsibilities involved in the maintenance and repair of school vehicles and equipment, including diagnosis, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and repairs.

D

1. Complete all vehicle maintenance records and documents to comply with Federal and State Regulations.

D

1. Locate, order, purchase and pick-up parts.

D

1. Prioritize work orders.

D

1. Maintain a clean, safe and organized shop.  Perform duties in a safe manner.

D

1. Assure the District shop, vehicles and equipment meet or exceed Federal and State Standards, including, but not limited to, OSHA, DOT, EPA and CDE.

D

1. Establish and maintain effective communication with transportation staff, administrators and users.

D

1. Oversee the safe disposal of hazardous materials.

D

1. Maintain shop equipment in good working order.

D

1. Secure shop by locking doors and turning lights off after each shift.

D

1. Clean and maintain parts shelves and bins.

W

1. Conduct CDE annual safety inspections of all District pupil transportation vehicles.

M

1. Communicate with vendors regarding parts pricing and warranties.

M

1. Assist in developing bus maintenance program.

M

1. Respond to emergency calls and off-hour emergencies.  Determine nature of problem and complete necessary repairs.

AsN

1. Assist Driver Trainers with mechanical input.

AsN

1. Assist with snow removal.

AsN

1. Perform welding and machine work incidental to the completion of repair work.

AsN

1. Attend safety meetings, workshops and training classes as directed.

AsN

1. Drive school bus routes as needed.

AsN

1. Demonstrates the commitment to build and maintain a safe, fair and respectful working and learning environment that honors the cultural diversity of students and staff.

AsN

1. Perform other duties as assigned.

Ongoing

CONTACTS: Suppliers, vendors, and department staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus ASE courses in heavy duty brake systems, commercial vehicle air brake systems, suspension/steering, diesel engines, preventive maintenance inspections and gasoline engines
• Commercial Driver License - must obtain within 90 days, on-the-job training provided through the district
•  annual CDE inspector certification must be obtained within 1 year (free)
• 1 year mechanical experience on diesel 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyzing

Computing

Instructing

Talking

Communicating

Control of others

Speaking

Near and Far acuity

Comparing

Fingering

Synthesizing

Negotiating

Compiling

Smelling

Moderate lifting to 50 lb.

Reaching

Coordinating

Hearing

Prepared/Revised Date: December, 2008