Transportation Shop Tech

Primary Purpose

Help mechanics perform routine repair and maintenance on all vehicles.

Job Title: Mechanic Assistant

Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Shop Foreman

Dept./School: Transportation

Salary Range: $15/hour - $23/hour

Education/Certification: Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

• 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

• 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.

• 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 the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into shop area for repairs.
• Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.

• 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.
• Posture:
  Moderate standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Motion:
  Moderate walking, climbing; frequent grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving.
• Lifting:
  Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
• Environment:
  Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours.
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress.