Maintenance Mechanic Automotive

About the role

Primary Purpose: Perform major and minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Work Conditions: Tools/Equipment Used: Automotive diagnostic equipment; wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; computer and peripherals; district owned school busses, industrial equipment, and vehicles. Posture: Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Motion: Moderate walking; frequent climbing, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving. Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis. Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; maintain professional demeanor under stress. Regular attendance is an essential function.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repair: Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision.
• Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule and maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
• Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
• Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and cooling systems.
• Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.
• Assign work to mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
• Help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.
• Safety: Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures. Ensure shop, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other: Operate buses and vehicles as needed. Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics. Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Certification/License: Clear and valid Texas Drivers License; Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Passenger (P), preferred; School Bus (S) and air brake endorsements, preferred; ASE Certification, preferred
• Minimum Experience: 3 years experience as mechanic

Skills

• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine maintenance and repair
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
• Ability to access and use service materials
• Ability to operate a bus
• Possess strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills

Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required