Bus Mechanic (B) - 317 - Vehicle Maintenance

Distinguishing Features of Work

• Ability to perform gasoline engine tune ups and repairs.
• Lubricates U-joints, steering components and chassis.
• Serviced transmissions and rear axles.
• Removes and replaces mufflers, tailpipes and other exhaust components.
• Removes, reconditions, replaces, and adjusts brakes.
• Maintains written record of work performed.
• Makes unassisted trade outs and/or on-street minor repairs in order to return bus to garage or back into service.
• Removes, repairs, rebuilds or replaces diesel and gas engine bolt on components.
• Removes, repairs, rebuilds or replaces brakes, pumps, cylinders, suspension, drive train, air conditioning and electrical systems.
• The examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of all tools and equipment used in the trade and the ability to use these tools to perform repair work on vehicles/equipment.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply information contained in technical repair manuals.
• Ability to provide own hand tools as listed in maintenance plan and storage cabinet.
• May require the ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as much as 25' in height.
• Ability to lift, bend, squat, kneel, stoop, and twist as necessary to remove, repair, recondition or replace body, interior, suspension, and rive train parts and glass.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to fluids and solvents used in vehicle repair work.
• Ability to perform continuous manual and physical labor while standing on cement floor.
• Ability to lift/carry bulky objects weighing up to 60 pounds (any heavier than 60 pounds then need to be able to lift with the assistance of another person) for distances of up to 100 feet.
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of pressure using tools that tighten, loosen or cut.
• Ability to push/pull with up to 85 pounds of force to maneuver/handle equipment around work area.
• Ability to maneuver and crawl into confined/tight spaces and utilize a creeper as necessary to complete work.
• Ability to perform repetitive/sustained forward as well as repetitive/sustained overhead work.
• Ability to handle/operate necessary equipment to complete work.
• Ability to work in inclement and extreme weather conditions including (but not limited to) rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and humidity.
• Ability to demonstrate safe body mechanics while performing/completing work.
• Ability to perform all above mentioned tasks on an infrequent basis, or higher.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger endorsements within four (4) months of hire.