FLEET TECH III

Essential Functions

• Responds to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous and empathetic manner representing OCPS in a positive light.
• Responds to road emergencies in the event of breakdown; performs on-site diagnosis and troubleshooting to identify source of the failure.
• Utilizes computerized/electronic devices to analyze and diagnose methods in identifying service, replacement and vehicle/bus/equipment repair needs. This includes analyzing electronically controlled engines, electrical systems, transmissions and brakes.
• Performs service and repair on various automotive components and devices, i.e., mufflers, water hoses, starters, brakes, tires, points, radiators, cylinders, rotors, horns, wheelchair lifts, on an as needed basis.
• Overhauls and services assemblies and accessories, such as rear axles, hydraulic systems, anti-lock braking systems, differentials, suspension and steering systems, universal joints, engine heads, and drive shafts.
• Diagnostics, repairs, and/or replaces electrical/electronic lighting systems, control systems, cooling systems, transmissions, starting and charging systems.
• Repairs light, medium and heavy duty trucks. Performs advanced repairs on school buses and support vehicles. Repairs all construction-type equipment. Repairs all agricultural type equipment.
• Mentors and trains new or less experienced technicians, as needed.
• Acts as fill-in shift leader, as needed.
• Road tests vehicles to ascertain repair effectiveness; performs final inspection upon completion of service/repair prior to release.
• Performs preventive maintenance according to assigned schedules as needed, i.e., changing oil, tires, transmission fluid, tune-ups, filter and belt replacement, on an as needed basis.
• Inspects, adjusts and replaces valves, pistons, belts, tires, bushings, calipers, drums, bearings, fuel, alternators, clutches, carburetors, ignition and exhaust systems.
• Utilizes various standard automotive mechanics tools and specialized diagnostic and testing equipment, i.e., torque meters, lathes, voltage meters, hydraulic jacks, air guns, grinders.
• Maintains work order records concerning diagnosis, repair/service performed, and parts and supplies used.
• No more than 5% returned/incomplete rate on vehicle repairs.
• Must be able to attain/maintain at least 70% productivity rate (as determined by work orders) and no more than 15% above individual repair times (as determined by industry standard labor time guides).
• Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.
• Replace water pump, radiator, high pressure pump, air compressor, engine sensors, light bulbs, turbo charger, power steering pump, transmissions, exhaust system, brake/brake drums, starter, tires, ABS components, steering and suspension components, and drive line components.
• Road test vehicles.
• Responsible for timely and accurate information they maintain as part of their job responsibilities.

Minimum Training And Experience

• A high school diploma or GED; supplemented by a minimum of five (5) years intermediate to advanced progressively skilled automotive repair experience, the majority of which shall be in service and repair of diesel and gasoline powered automotive vehicles and equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A valid CDL class “B” license, with passenger and student endorsements, or must obtain within six (6) months of hiring date and maintain throughout tenure in position.
• A valid School Bus Inspector certificate and maintain throughout tenure in position within twelve (12) months of hiring date.

Performance Aptitudes

• Data Utilization
• Human Interaction
• Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization
• Verbal Aptitude
• Mental Aptitude
• Functional Reasoning
• Situational Reasoning

ADA Compliance

• Physical Ability Tasks involve the ability to exert very heavy physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects and materials (up to 100 pounds) and occasionally heavier items (100 pounds or over).
• Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate textures. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.
• Environmental Factors Tasks may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, odors, dust, wetness, humidity, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, and toxic/poisonous agents.