The posting
Primary Purpose:
Help mechanics perform routine repair and maintain on all vehicles.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to perform minor mechanical repairs with supervision
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Ability to operate bus
Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Experience:
____ year experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repairs
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance according to established preventative maintenance schedules and procedures and keep accurate, up-to-date records.
- Perform routine mechanical repairs under supervision of a mechanic.
- Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
- Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components.
- Requisition parts and tools as directed and pick up parts from vendors when required.
- Clean shop floors, stalls, driveways, tools, and equipment.
Safety
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to established safety procedures.
- 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, including driving buses into shop area for repairs.
- Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; school bus and district vehicles.



