Part-Time Transportation Utility Worker

Position Type:
Auxiliary

Date Posted:
10/22/2024

Location:
TRANSPORTATION

Beaumont independent school district Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Transportation Utility Worker

CLASSIFICATION:

Nonexempt

REPORTS TO:

Shop Manager (Fleet Manager/Supervisor)

PAY GRADE:

AX

/ 242 Days

LOCATION:

Transportation

DATE REVISED:

12/13/2019

FUNDED BY:

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Assist in the acquisition of parts, supplies, and maintaining inventory of parts for repairing vehicles. Assist dispatching (and Field trip Coordinator) with assigning vehicles. Assist in the fueling, lubricating, cleaning, and minor maintenance and repair of buses.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid Texas Commercial Drivers License or the ability to obtain (Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol test
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to operate a bus
• Knowledge of auto ( Bus) parts and terminology
• Knowledge of purchasing procedures
• Ability to use personal computer and software

Experience:

• Previous experience in shop or warehouse preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Fuel, wash and clean school buses and other district vehicles.

Load and unload hard drives from school buses for video monitoring system.

Contact vendors to check on availability of parts and supplies.

Locate and requisition all parts needed for vehicle repair.

Maintain the RTA database to track all parts and inventory. (Delete Line)

Pick up parts ordered as needed or arrange for delivery.

Loan and unload delivery trucks.

Open crates and other containers to unpack items received and inspect for damage and defects.

Verify accuracy of shipments by counting, weighing, or measuring and comparing size, weight, description, and coded numbers with information on invoice or packing slips and purchase orders; record any discrepancies or damage.

Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computer records required including computerized parts inventory. (Delete Line)

Maintain accurate records of all fuel used.

Maintain records on parts used, time spent on labor, and cost of each repair job. (Delete Line)

Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments. (Delete Line)

Compile and submit reports and records as needed.

Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

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 correctable to supervisor immediately.

Assist with the assignment and dispatch of buses after hours for any situation that may occur.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including keeping the shop, parts room, bus parking areas, and other assigned locations clean.

Serve as a substitute bus driver as needed.

Work irregular hours and respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

(Maintain and organize the assigned bus lot operations with the approval of the Fleet Manager/Supervisor)

(Make minor repairs to bus and white fleet as needed.)

(Inspect tires and the buses of your assigned lot for damage and for the daily safe operations of the buses assigned.)

(Take buses/white to get inspected.)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting (45 pounds and over), heavy carrying (45 pounds and over).

Environmental Demands

• May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Work outside and inside, around moving objects, with vehicle and machinery with moving parts.
• Frequent exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline and diesel fuels.

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Approved by Immediate Supervisor:

Date:

Reviewed by HR Director:

Date:

Received by Employee:

Date:

The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.