26/27 SY Mechanic III (Transport)

Dysart Unified School District•Surprise, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical and mechanical support for all Dysart fleet vehicles including, but not limited to school buses, service trucks, vans and equipment. Work includes diagnosing and performing complex repairs on gasoline and diesel vehicles.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Five (5) years of school bus, automotive or diesel mechanic work experience.
Valid Class A or B Commercial Arizona driver’s license with an S and P endorsement or the ability to obtain same within 90 days of employment and a satisfactory driving record.
Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints ( IVP ) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
Knowledge of standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
Knowledge of business math concepts.
Knowledge of filing and record-keeping principles.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
Knowledge of safe uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations.
Knowledge of customer service principles.
Knowledge of specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Knowledge of modern office technology.
Knowledge of utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Knowledge of utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Mid-level skills in troubleshooting and diagnosing vehicle faults.
Skills in prioritizing and maintaining vehicles and equipment to provide safe operations.
Skills in composing and maintaining basic original documents including reports and correspondence.
Skills in organizing tasks, meeting deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
Skills in following directions and meeting standards.
Skills in providing attention to detail in assignments.
Skills in business math computations.
Skills in organizing and maintaining records and files.
Skills in maintaining and updating data and documentation.
Skills in comprehending reference books and manuals.
Skills in operating assigned tools and equipment, with reasonable knowledge.
Skills in interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic testing and identifies vehicle faults for all Dysart fleet vehicles including school buses, white buses, vans, service trucks and equipment.
Troubleshoots and identifies maintenance and repair requirements.
Performs a variety of vehicle repairs and maintenance including minor repairs and major engine disassembly and reassembly work; replaces failing vehicle components; complies with applicable regulations, rules and District policies and standards.
Assists in planning, prioritizing and schedules of daily operational work; identifies most critical maintenance needs; prepares required supplies and service trucks for scheduled work.
Assists in preparing and maintaining vehicle maintenance records and activity reports; provides detailed description of work performed, components/parts utilized and associated costs.
Organizes and maintains shop equipment and work areas; monitors hazardous conditions and ensures safe work environment.
Performs vehicle road testing to determine diagnostic evaluation, as well as safety of maintenance and repair work.
Responds to maintenance road calls and performs required repairs/maintenance or vehicle exchanges when needed.
May be assigned to respond to Road Calls depending upon the nature of the need.
May serve as a lead worker by assigning work and monitoring work completion.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.