JOB TITLE: Mechanic Fleet - Vehicle
WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Nonexempt
NUMBER OF DAYS: 260
REPORTS TO:Fleet Supervisor
DATE REVISED:2024/2025
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
- Perform mechanical repairs to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Work on projects assigned, follow established procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class B) with passenger and school bus endorsements
- ASE Certification
- Texas School Bus Driver Certification preferred.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision.
- Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair.
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts.
- Ability to pass required bus driver safety training.
- Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
- Acceptable driving record.
- Ability to operate bus.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Maintenance and Repairs:
- Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Perform mechanical repairs.
- Do welding and minor bodywork.
- Diagnose and repair bus and fleet vehicle air conditioning systems.
- Service vehicles according to an established preventive maintenance schedule.
- Mount, repair, replace, rotate and balance tires; change oil and filters; lubricate vehicle parts; inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps; and maintain all fluid levels.
- Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
- Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
- Demonstrate process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to mechanic helpers.
- Perform preventive maintenance, including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.
- Respond to vehicle breakdowns and emergencies, providing on-site assistance when needed.
Safety:
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including?lifting, climbing, etc.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
- Help keep shop, equipment, and tools clean and in safe operating condition.
Other:
- Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
- Operate a school bus on route as needed.
- Work irregular hours as needed.
- Maintain good working communications with co-workers and other staff members.
- Maintain a good attitude in difficult situations. Help maintain cohesiveness among employees.
- Perform duties in a timely and organized manner.
- Project a professional image through demeanor and dress.
- Comply with Maintenance/Transportation Department policies and procedures.
- Comply with policies and procedures as outlined in employee handbook and addendum.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Adheres to proper channels when communicating ideas, problems, etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Automotive diagnostic equipment; wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; tire changing equipment; automotive air conditioning equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles.
Posture:
Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion:
Moderate walking, climbing; frequent grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving
Lifting:
Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily.
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
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress.
The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list.
Calendar Days: 260