Mechanic

Chapel Hill Independent School District (TX)•Tyler, TX

34d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Mechanic Primary Purpose: Maintain department vehicles at maximum efficiency. Accurately record all repairs, parts, and other services. Assist supervisors in accomplishing department goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
State vehicle inspection certification
A valid Texas commercial driver's license with bus driver certification, preferred; (CDL will be required within 6 months of hire date)
Negative mandatory OTETA test
Interest, attitude, and ability to grow professionally
Line-mechanic skills competency
Pass annual TEA/DOT physical
Acceptable driving/criminal history

Responsibilities

Maintains personal skills at the level required to perform major repairs on all department vehicles and vehicle components with little or no supervision
Accurately performs major vehicle and component repairs as directed by the supervisor
Performs periodic preventive maintenance inspections as directed by the supervisor
Performs needed minor repairs and adjustments during periodic vehicle inspections and makes suggestions to the supervisor when major repairs are indicated by the inspection
Accurately diagnoses mechanical problems
Maintains a personal tool set commensurate with job requirements
Attends required refresher workshops and safety meetings
Maintains a clean, safe, and uncluttered workspace
Replaces parts used from service truck inventories as soon as possible
Minimize road-call down time by accurately diagnosing problems and performing needed repairs without delay
Records all relevant information on repair orders in a readable fashion
Assists drivers in the transfer of students to a relief bus and in getting the route back in service when justified by lengthy repairs
Maintains personal qualifications for driving school buses and drive bus when needed
Acts as substitute bus driver or monitor, when required
Complies with directions and instructions from Supervisor and performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as may be assigned
Maintains positive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and others in the conduct of district business and demonstrates teamwork in daily activities
Is prompt, timely, and thorough in completing assignments and attending to details accurately and efficiently
Meets attendance standards and complies with notification procedures for absences
Provides complete and accurate information in the conduct of district business
Continued professional growth by attending workshops and classes
Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
Must be able to perform the essential functions of interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned
Other duties as assigned