Head Mechanic

Tri-Valley Local School District•Dresden, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of district vehicles. Substitute driving duties may be assigned. Manages the district’s ongoing vehicle maintenance program. Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus regulations revisions. Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about emerging issues. Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. Supports parent/community partnerships that enhance district programs. Learns the operating and maintenance procedures for all district vehicles. Monitors and complies with safety regulations and environmental laws. Maintains an inventory of essential supplies needed to maintain fleet readiness. Inspects, services, repairs and/or rebuilds equipment. Performs preventive maintenance activities (e.g., changes oil, replaces filters, lubricates fittings, etc.). Teaches bus drivers how to recognize problems before they result in an equipment malfunction. Encourages drivers to ask questions and offer suggestions. Inspects and tests vehicles to ensure safety. Reports irregularities and equipment abuse to the transportation supervisor. Makes road calls when vehicles become disabled. Secures and evaluates work performed by outside contractors. Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about work progress. Maintains repair logs, safety inspection records, etc. Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle. Approves invoices for payment. Ensures that reports are submitted on time. Recommends procedures to effectively deal with emergency repairs. Coordinates and participates in Ohio State Highway Patrol annual bus inspections. Helps the transportation supervisor develop short/long-range maintenance plans. Prepares an annual equipment inventory. Recommends the replacement of equipment necessary to ensure fleet effectiveness. Helps prepare competitive bid specifications (e.g., insurance, bus purchases, shop equipment, supplies, etc.). Helps with the receipt of deliveries. Unloads trucks. Inspects packages for damage. Verifies quantities. Organizes and stores supplies. Picks-up and delivers equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed. Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, and other related concerns. Promptly documents all injuries that require medical attention. Acts responsibly to protect school property. Takes appropriate action during adverse weather conditions. Secures the transportation facility at the end of the workday. Responds to transportation emergencies as needed. Helps deal with unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed. Takes precautions to ensure safety. Watches for conduct that may indicate a problem. Works with staff to eliminate unacceptable behavior. Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect as required by law. Keeps current and shares knowledge about advances in equipment technology. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information. Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct. Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance. Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Post-secondary training or equivalent work experience in commercial vehicle maintenance procedures 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.
Owns a standard set of mechanics tools.
Ability to interpret and comply with safety regulations and environmental laws.
Bookkeeping skill and the ability to compute mathematical data accurately.
Effective presentation skills and ability to train drivers.
Holds or is qualified to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a school bus endorsement.
Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district’s insurance carrier.
Meets all bus driver minimum qualifications when physically qualified.
Available to respond to service emergencies.
Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
Performs prescribed activities efficiently with limited supervision.
Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
Completes paperwork accurately.
Verifies and correctly enters data.
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Nice To Haves

Substitute driving duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities

Manages the district’s ongoing vehicle maintenance program.
Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus regulations revisions.
Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about emerging issues.
Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
Supports parent/community partnerships that enhance district programs.
Learns the operating and maintenance procedures for all district vehicles.
Monitors and complies with safety regulations and environmental laws.
Maintains an inventory of essential supplies needed to maintain fleet readiness.
Inspects, services, repairs and/or rebuilds equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance activities (e.g., changes oil, replaces filters, lubricates fittings, etc.).
Teaches bus drivers how to recognize problems before they result in an equipment malfunction.
Encourages drivers to ask questions and offer suggestions.
Inspects and tests vehicles to ensure safety.
Reports irregularities and equipment abuse to the transportation supervisor.
Makes road calls when vehicles become disabled.
Secures and evaluates work performed by outside contractors.
Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about work progress.
Maintains repair logs, safety inspection records, etc.
Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle.
Approves invoices for payment.
Ensures that reports are submitted on time.
Recommends procedures to effectively deal with emergency repairs.
Coordinates and participates in Ohio State Highway Patrol annual bus inspections.
Helps the transportation supervisor develop short/long-range maintenance plans.
Prepares an annual equipment inventory.
Recommends the replacement of equipment necessary to ensure fleet effectiveness.
Helps prepare competitive bid specifications (e.g., insurance, bus purchases, shop equipment, supplies, etc.).
Helps with the receipt of deliveries.
Unloads trucks.
Inspects packages for damage.
Verifies quantities.
Organizes and stores supplies.
Picks-up and delivers equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed.
Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, and other related concerns.
Promptly documents all injuries that require medical attention.
Acts responsibly to protect school property.
Takes appropriate action during adverse weather conditions.
Secures the transportation facility at the end of the workday.
Responds to transportation emergencies as needed.
Helps deal with unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed.
Takes precautions to ensure safety.
Watches for conduct that may indicate a problem.
Works with staff to eliminate unacceptable behavior.
Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect as required by law.
Keeps current and shares knowledge about advances in equipment technology.
Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance.
Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.