Bus Mechanic

Granville Exempted Village Schools•Granville, OH

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Granville Exempted Village School District is seeking a Bus Mechanic to manage an ongoing maintenance program for district vehicles. This role requires technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of district vehicles. The mechanic will also be responsible for recommending effective procedures for emergency repairs, coordinating annual state patrol bus inspections, and teaching bus drivers to recognize problems before equipment malfunctions. The position involves performing preventive maintenance, making road calls for disabled vehicles, and maintaining repair logs and safety inspection records. Additionally, the mechanic will assist in preparing bid specifications, picking up and delivering supplies, and securing the transportation facility. The role also includes administrative duties such as preparing reports, assisting other staff, and upholding student conduct codes and district policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Post-secondary commercial vehicle maintenance training or work experience is required.
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.
Ability to obtain a 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.
Experience as a diesel mechanic.

Nice To Haves

Model the District's mission, vision and values.

Responsibilities

Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of district vehicles.
Recommends effective procedures to deal with emergency repairs.
Helps coordinate annual state patrol bus inspections.
Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures.
Promotes a professional image of the school district.
Supports community partnerships that enhance district programs.
Promotes effective communications and reliable service.
Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns.
Refers district policy/procedure questions to administrators.
Evaluates performance to ensure that maintenance service programs are effective.
Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus safety and environmental regulations.
Teaches bus drivers recognize problems before the equipment malfunctions.
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 transportation supervisor.
Secures and evaluates work performed by outside contractors.
Maintains an inventory of essential supplies.
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, checks belts, maintains fluid levels, etc.).
Keeps the transportation supervisor 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.
Helps prepare bid specifications (e.g., bus purchases, shop equipment, supplies, etc.).
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.
Verifies contents with packing lists and purchase orders.
Organizes and stores supplies.
Validates invoices for payment.
Takes appropriate action to protect school property.
Secures the transportation facility at the end of the workday.
Responds to emergencies as needed.
Prepares and submits accurate and timely reports, records, and inventories.
Assists other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.
Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other concerns.
Upholds the student conduct code.
Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.
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.