Automotive Mechanic Nights

• Performs skilled repairs on gasoline and diesel motor equipment including buses, automobiles, trucks and all District equipment.
• Runs computerized diagnostic tests on vehicles and compares results with specifications for vehicle make to determine servicing and repair needs.
• Performs and directs routine preventive maintenance servicing and inspections.
• Grinds valves and fits new bearings, pistons and rings.
• Assembles and times engines.
• Operates a utility repair truck in making field repairs.
• Repairs or overhauls brake systems, differentials, transmissions, front and rear axles and clutches.
• Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels.
• Occasionally operates machine shop equipment, including grinders, drill presses and other metal working machines to make and repair parts for automotive equipment.
• Makes estimates and prepares requisitions for materials.
• Inspects, repairs and replaces automotive electrical system components.
• Participates in snow and ice control activities.
• May perform body repair and body painting tasks.
• May drive heavy equipment or operate a school bus.
• Utilizes the Automated Fleet Management System.
• May be required to drive a school bus.
• Does related work as required.

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

Two (2) years of experience performing skilled automotive repair work.

NOTE:

Courses in automotive mechanics and repair may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of experience. Thirty (30) credit hours are equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

Must have appropriate New York State driver’s and CDL license.