Mechanic

Position Summary:

Responsible for effectively and efficiently maintaining and repairing the school buses, trucks and other vehicles owned by the school corporation to extend the service life of each item. Performs basic to semi-skilled mechanical service and repair work to both diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and equipment , and is responsible for inspections to ensure compliance with technical specifications and principles of save vehicle operation.

Job Functions:

• Performs basic to semi-skilled vehicles and equipment repair; performs routine troubleshooting in identifying malfunctions or failures
• Performs service and repair on various types of bus, automotive, and mechanical equipment using computerized diagnostic and manual test methods
• Performs preventive maintenance according to assigned schedules and as needed
• Utilizes computerized diagnostic and manual tests methods in identifying service, replacement and vehicle/equipment repair needs including
• cooling systems, transmissions and starting systems
• Road tests vehicles to ascertain repair effectiveness; performs final inspection upon completion of service/repair prior to release
• Responds to road emergencies and performs necessary repairs
• With support of the school corporation, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required
• Performs snow removal using varied types of equipment
• Assumes duties of Lead Mechanic when required
• Assist, as needed, with the transportation of students

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Previous work experience that demonstrates the ability to safely and effectively maintain and repair equipment, and ability to fulfill
• physical requirements of the work
• One year of skilled repair experience preferred
• Must have or able to obtain a valid CDL class "B" license, with passenger and student endorsements
• Maintain a school bus Standard Certificate for transporting students
• ASE Certifications in Automobile Technician and/or Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
• Must have a valid Indiana Driver's License

Reports to: Director of Transportation
Location: Transportation Building
Employment: 8 Hours a Day - 260 Day per year
Benefits: Per Non-Classified Employee Handbook