Diesel Mechanic

Position Title:

Diesel Mechanic

Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Service Manager

Terms of Employment: 12 months

Primary Purpose

Perform mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of vehicles.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification:
  
  High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License with school bus driving endorsements
• Bus Driver Certification
• Diesel Engine Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
• Ability to operate vehicle repair equipment and tools
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test and complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to operate bus
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions

Experience

Five years' experience as mechanic and experienced driver with clear driving record

Major Responsibilities and Duties Maintenance and Repair

• Evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles using diagnostic equipment and assist mechanics in evaluating minor mechanical problems and inspect repairs completed by mechanics.
• Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including engines, transmissions, suspensions, etc.
• Check and repair electrical and cooling systems and install heaters and similar accessories as needed.
• Weld and perform minor body work.
• Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs and service; maintain accurate records.
• Analyze engine performance and perform tune-ups as needed.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance and preventive care; maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Assist in training mechanics and mechanic helpers.

Safety

• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Ensure shop, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition and follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report conditions that are not correctable to supervisor.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses and report hazardous conditions on the route.
• Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as: first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and immediately inform supervisor of any conditions that are not correctable.

Communication

• Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
• Foster good school/community relations and good relations among all school employees.

Professional Growth and Development

• Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.
• Participate in professional learning, staff meetings, and special events as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repair equipment, small hand tools, drill, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torque wrench, jack/lift equipment, school bus and vehicles; safety equipment, flares, reflective signs, fire extinguisher; two-way radio; computer
• Posture:
  Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting/crouching, crawling, pushing/pulling, twisting, reaching; prolonged sitting
• Motion:
  Frequent repetitive hand motions, wrist flexion/extension
• Vision:
  Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Lifting:
  Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment:
  Work is performed in shop, outdoors, in bus or vehicle; regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, hot and cold temperatures, moving mechanical parts, dust, gas and diesel fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals; occasional in-district and statewide travel; occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress, work with frequent interruptions

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Manufacturing and Production

Industries

• Manufacturing

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