Mechanic

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Mechanic

F.L.S.A. Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Properly licensed to operate vehicles, including Passenger/School Bus endorsements.
• Must be willing to serve as substitute driver when needed.
• Demonstrates aptitude and competence for automotive, tractor, turf equipment repair, and mechanical problem solving.
• A minimum five (5) years of experience and/or vocational courses and related certification preferred.
• Must have excellent communication skills, be team oriented; neat in appearance, dependable, and punctual; helpful and pleasant in dealing with people.
• Must have certification to inspect school buses or be willing to obtain one.
• Must have the ability to lift a minimum of 60 pounds repeatedly and to turn, twist, and bend as required to operate equipment and perform duties.

REPORT TO: Supervisor - Director of Transportation

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month (232 days). Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education. Benefits according to the Classified Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operates all District equipment in a safe manner.
• Assists in the diagnosing, assigning, and repair of a wide range of District equipment: trucks, trailers, snow removal apparatus and tools, turf machinery, and miscellaneous school property.
• Assists with routine and preventative maintenance on all equipment.
• Assists with maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Work overtime as required by supervisor or district administration.
• Attends meetings as requested by supervisors or district administration.
• Respectful and courteous to parents, students and staff.
• Functions as a team player, works on other duties as assigned.