Senior Mechanic

Purpose Statement

Senior Mechanic performs advanced maintenance, repairs, and fabrication across a variety of vehicles and equipment, including light to heavy‑duty automotive, public safety, off‑road power equipment, and electric vehicles. This role ensures efficient fleet operations through a focus on preventive maintenance and timely response to unexpected repairs, while also providing leadership and technical expertise to other staff members.

• Inspect and road test vehicles to identify mechanical issues, including engine noises, vibrations, exhaust problems, and other performance‑related concerns.
• Verify driver‑reported issues and assess the severity of the problem to prioritize work orders.

• Prioritize and assign preventative maintenance tasks and unscheduled repair requests to optimize fleet performance and minimize downtime.
• Manage an organized inventory of parts and supplies, ordering materials such as fuel, lubricants, filters, and other components to ensure repairs are completed on schedule.
• Assist with procurement and inventory management of tools and supplies to support fleet operations.

• Perform complex maintenance and repairs on a wide range of light to heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment, including student transportation, grounds, and maintenance vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical problems using computerized and manual techniques.
• Overhaul engines, transmissions, differentials, and other key vehicle systems, including replacing bearings and aligning wheels and brakes.
• Conduct body repairs, including welding, cutting, brazing, and fabricating components.
• Modify and replace vehicle body parts and apply paint as necessary.

• Diagnose and repair electric vehicle systems, ensuring functionality and adherence to safety standards.

• Respond to emergency vehicle breakdowns, performing on‑site diagnostics and repairs to minimize downtime and ensure vehicle operability.
• Test drive school buses and other Class B vehicles for diagnostic purposes, ensuring all safety concerns are addressed.

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of maintenance and repair activities, including dates and parts used.
• Review and process invoices, ensuring accurate coding and compliance with established procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

• A high school diploma, or an equivalent AND six years of progressive experience in vehicle maintenance and repair, including work with heavy gasoline and diesel‑powered equipment.
• A one‑year industry trade school or associate’s degree in an automotive technology area AND four years of related experience.

• California Class B Commercial Driver’s License
• Passenger and airbrake endorsements
• Clean Truck Check Tester License

• Utilize diagnostic tools and perform repairs on various vehicle systems.
• Interpret diagnostic devices, technical manuals, and schematics.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair reports.
• Calculate precise measurements.

• Tools, techniques, and practices for maintaining and repairing heavy and light vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and electric systems.
• Engine mechanics, transmissions, hydraulics, air brakes, and electrical systems.
• Vehicle safety regulations and industry standards.
• Diagnostic tools and equipment used for vehicle inspections and repairs.

• Manage complex vehicle maintenance tasks and diagnose mechanical issues.
• Prioritize tasks, assign work, and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Estimate scope of work, including time of repairs.
• Develop and maintain records and reports.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Collaborate with others to carry out work.
• Exercise initiative and independence of judgment and action.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Collaborate effectively with staff members to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Plan and organize work to meet…