Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician – Cherokee County School District – GA

Position:
Vehicle Technician

High school diploma or satisfactory completion of a General Education Development (GED) testing program; valid Georgia Class B CDL Drivers License with P & S endorsements: to be acquired within 90 days of employment or as scheduling permits. Minimum of two years experience as Technician or seven years of equivalent work experience in medium/heavy-duty truck repair is preferred. Availability to answer emergency calls at all hours, including off-hours.

Desire to advance in knowledge through CCSD approved training programs. 80% mastery on CCSD skill Vehicle Technician Job Performance Evaluation Observation Instrument. ASE Certification in 3 of the 7 listed:
Drive Train;
Brakes, Suspension & Steering;
Diesel Engine;
Electrical/Electronic;
Body Systems; A/C Controls. Must be willing to work in undesirable locations/conditions. Must be able to follow both written and verbal instructions and perform work assignments in a timely and effective manner. Must be able to work well with others. General computer skills required. Work Ready Assessment scores required:
Applied mathematics: 4;
Locating information: 4;
Reading for information: 5;
Work Ready Certificate level required:
Silver.

Job Description Code: 5H.020

Division/Department:
Support Services

Pay Grade: VT

Pay Type:

Salaried;
Non-Exempt

Retirement: TRS

Contract Work Year: 242 Days

Reports To:

Vehicle Zone Foreman

Evaluation Instrument: PEI

• Direct the work of other skilled or semi-skilled staff for specified projects.
• Mentor new and existing staff in work methods to ensure conformance with accepted standards including all regulatory requirements.
• Inspect, evaluate, maintain and repair system’s fleet vehicles and maintenance equipment.
• Diagnose vehicle problems, and evaluate components and failures.
• Tear down and rebuild components, and assemble as required in the repair process schedule; assist with training courses for the qualified technicians to further their technical skills.
• Utilize a wide variety of computerized diagnostic test equipment, standard tools, specialty tools and reference manuals.
• Make visual inspections of vehicles to determine source of mechanical problems.
• Accurately and timely complete paperwork for preventive maintenance records, inspection reports, repair orders and labor sheets.
• Operate School District owned vehicle in a safe manner.
• Provide instruction and technical advice to other technicians.
• Assume duties of the Vehicle Shop Foreman if necessary.
• Perform emergency road service and repair on-site, or request tow of defective equipment to appropriate Fleet Repair facility for repair.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area.
• Complete repairs within an acceptable time frame when compared to appropriate available flat rate repair manuals.
• Demonstrate an ability to work successfully with individuals and groups from diverse educational, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
• Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.
• Participate in training programs offered, increasing skill and proficiency related to the assignment.
• Review and stay abreast of current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibility.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.