Anticipated - Assistant Mechanic Class IV

Due to employee resignation:

STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Due to employee resignation.

Title: ASSISTANT MECHANIC File 705

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Assists with the district vehicle maintenance program.

Minimum
• High school diploma or GED. Post-secondary commercial vehicle maintenance training or work

Qualifications: experience is required.

• An acceptable score on a written pre-employment test.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Ability to comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsements. Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district's insurance carrier.
• Ability to lift ninety pounds and physically manage bulk products and heavy unwieldy equipment.
• Position is subject to a medical examination after an applicant is offered a position.

Essential
• Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of district

Functions: vehicles. Helps deal with emergency repairs. Assists with annual state patrol bus inspections.

• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district.
• Promotes effective communications and reliable service. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators.
• Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus safety and environmental regulations.
• Helps bus drivers recognize problems before they result in an equipment malfunction.
• Shares knowledge about advances in operational procedures and equipment technology.
• Learns maintenance procedures for all district vehicles.
• Makes road calls when vehicles become disabled.
• Reports irregularities and equipment abuse to the head mechanic and/or mechanic.
• Inspects, services, repairs and/or rebuilds equipment. Encourages drivers to ask questions and offer suggestions. Tests repaired vehicles to ensure safety.
• Performs preventive maintenance activities (e.g., changes oil, replaces filters, lubricates fittings, etc.).
• Keeps the head mechanic and mechanic informed about work progress. Maintains repair logs, safety inspection records, etc. Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle.
• Recommends the replacement of equipment necessary to ensure fleet effectiveness.
• Picks-up and delivers equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed.
• Reports all traffic citations and accidents. Documents all injuries that require medical attention.
• Receives deliveries. Unloads trucks. Inspects packages.
• Takes appropriate action to protect school property. Secures the transportation facility as directed. Responds to emergencies as needed.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
• Reports vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other related concerns.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance

Required: of assigned duties.

• Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.

ASSISTANT MECHANIC

• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Performs duties efficiently with…