Mechanic (Tire)

Katy ISD•Houston, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Capable of making minor mechanical repairs to the district’s fleet. Help provide for a safe and reliable vehicle for the transport of students and employees of Katy ISD. Safely drive students to and from school on a schedule assigned by the Transportation Department. Safely transport students and staff to and from district sanctioned activities. Always act in the best interest of the district, the students and the community.

Requirements

College hours, high school diploma or GED (preferred)
Three years mechanical experience (or heavy-duty tire work) in vehicle repair and/or other related experience
Able to work productively without continual supervision
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements
Pass annual physical in accordance with state law
School Bus Driver Certification or able to obtain with six months of hire date
Negative result on drug and/or alcohol tests administered as pre-employment, random, post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion basis, in accordance with federal law and district policy
Able to communicate in English (written and oral)
Able to read and interpret maps and routes
Able to climb in and out of all school bus emergency exits
Hand tools to be provided by the employee

Nice To Haves

Formal training in vehicle repair (preferred)

Responsibilities

Able to effect minor repairs as it concerns the PM schedule, i.e., hoses, belts, bulbs, etc.
Able to perform general lubrication, change filters, etc.
Mount and balance heavy (truck, bus and trailer) and light (auto) tires.
Responsible for upkeep, repair, replacement and protection of personal tools. Certain large tools and equipment are supplied by the district.
Provide basic mechanical assistance as needed by the Shop Foreman.
Perform other duties as assigned to include student transport as needed.
Able to inspect and replace the fleet’s tires and tubes.
Maintain records concerning tire use (preventive maintenance).
Maintain a fleet tire inventory for emergency use.
Operate any Katy ISD school bus and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner while following all traffic laws, district policies, district regulations and Transportation Department regulations.
Other duties as assigned.