Bus Mechanic

The job of Bus Mechanic is done for the purpose/s of ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition includes determining needed repairs and/or replacements on district vehicles; performing required repairs and preventive maintenance and providing written documentation of repairs to meet district, state and federal requirements.

This job reports to Transportation Shop Manager

Essential Functions

• Adjusts parts, components, systems (e.g. computerized systems, carburetors,valves, pistons, rings, bearings, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the fitness and proper operation of all vehicles.
• Attends safety meetings and other in service meetings for the purpose of making sure the job is done in a safe manner.
  
  Checks fluid levels, tire pressure and accessory items (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, fuses, fan belts, wiper blades, etc.) forthe purpose of identifying possible leaks and needed repairs, adjustments or replacements to maintain vehicles in good working order.
• Diagnoses potential vehicle malfunctions for the purpose of determining needed vehicle repairs and/or replacements.
• Fabricates parts for the purpose of providing items necessary for repairs.
• Inspects school buses and other district vehicles for the purpose of adhering to a preventive maintenance schedule andsafety inspection standards and requirements.
• Maintains tools, equipment and/or shop area for the purpose of ensuring the availability and functioning of required toolsand equipment within a safe work area.
• Performs road tests on all vehicles/school buses for the purpose of ensuring that vehicles are in safe operating order.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. records of repairs, maintenance logs, costs, vehicle warranties, etc.) for the purpose of conveying required information and meeting federal and state requirements.
• Repairs vehicle systems/components, etc. (e.g. diesel/gasoline engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Replaces all defective vehicle parts/systems (e.g. brakes, fuel pumps, fuel lines, gauges, electrical wiring, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of vehicles in a safe operating condition.
• Responds to road calls regarding disabled vehicles for the purpose of performing emergency repair work in the fieldand/or determining if vehicle needs to be towed.
• Trains less experienced mechanic as may be required for the purpose of providing information on the proper operation of equipment and ensuring repairs are performed safety and within specifications.

Other Functions

• Assists other mechanics and/or assistant mechanics as needed for the purpose of completing difficult tasks and responding to coworker requests.
• Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Performs functions of a school bus driver as maybe required for the purpose of ensuring coverage of routes and providing snow day and weekend support as necessary.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in Transportation department; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and…