Bus Mechanic

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Performs scheduled and non-scheduled preventative maintenance services and repairs to district vehicles and equipment such as school buses, trucks, automobiles, and limited small equipment items; inspects, repairs, and maintains functional parts of mechanical equipment and machinery. This is a position where bus driving may be required. Incumbent must meet all requirements of local, state, and federal regulations for controlled substance testing including pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug and alcohol testing. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

Requirements

Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems
Ability to analyze malfunctions in equipment
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to drive and operate a school bus safely
Ability to drive district vehicles in adverse weather or as needed to meet department requirements
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
Ability to input work orders on a computer and generate reports if needed
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to make minor/major repairs on mechanical equipment
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
Ability to operate and care for mechanized equipment
Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
Ability to train others in procedures and the use of equipment
Ability to use computer equipment and related software to support diagnostics
Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
Considerable knowledge of computer equipment and related software for diagnostics
Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
Detail-oriented
Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of district operations, rules, policies, procedures, and regulations
Knowledge of proper vehicle maintenance procedures
Knowledge of repair and operations of machinery and equipment
Knowledge of welding applications
Organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Strong mathematical and calculation skills
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
Colorado Driver's License - Department of Revenue - Division of Motor Vehicles
Commercial Drivers License (CDL) -Class B - Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
Diesel Opacity License - Colorado Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)
First Aid - American Heart Asc. / Red Cross / Etc.
High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent
Mountain Driving Instruction and Special Education Training - Academy District 20
Physical Qualifications & Medical Examination - Colorado Department of Transportation
School Bus Annual Inspector Certification - Colorado Department of Education

Responsibilities

Reports consistently for work as scheduled
Performs other duties as assigned
Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
Assists leadership with organizing, scheduling, coordinating, and overseeing various maintenance programs
Attends training and in-service meetings
Conducts annual bus inspections to ensure compliance with the Colorado Department of Education’s safety regulations
Follows all safety rules and regulations
Keeps current with Colorado Rules and Regulations Governing Operation of School Transportation Vehicles
Maintains clean and efficient operating work area
Meets the essential functions for Bus Driver when operating in that capacity
Performs electrical repairs, pneumatic system repairs, hydraulic repairs, mechanical repairs, and fuel system repairs
Performs preventative maintenance procedures
Performs troubleshooting and diagnostic duties on all types of vehicles and heavy equipment
Performs welding repairs as needed
Possesses and maintains an acceptable driving record
Prepares and enters records of work performed and parts used on all district equipment repaired
Prepares work orders and reports/solves maintenance problems before they become emergencies
Qualifies for district's Vehicle Operator License Insurance
Reads and interprets service and parts manuals
Recommends purchase of suitable supplies, tools, and equipment
Repairs, cleans, lubricates, and stores maintenance tools and equipment
Responds to all service breakdowns and work orders as required
Responds to operator requests and/or researches appropriate solutions
Stays current with Colorado Rules and Regulations Governing Operation of Vehicles