Small Engine Mechanic Assistant

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist grounds or maintenance personnel in performing a trade primarily but not limited to assisting the Grounds Small Engine Mechanic. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as district policies, procedures, and regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
six (6) months experience assisting in a shop environment or one (1) year experience in grounds or maintenance related duties.
Must be familiar with the use of common automotive hand tools
must have a valid Texas/New Mexico driver's license
must be insurable by the District's auto liability insurance carrier
ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

Assist with assigned trade area under direct or indirect supervision, such as but not limited to various field duties pertaining to the Grounds Department.
Perform intermediate skilled work maintaining and repairing automotive fleet and small equipment.
Perform repairs and maintenance of small engines and other equipment.
Inspect and service automobiles, trucks, buses, and other department equipment.
Change and repair tires and respond to road service calls.
Perform tune-ups on cars, trucks, buses, tractors, and other small engines.
Diagnose heating and air conditioning systems and makes repairs.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls and motors.
Inspect suspension and exhaust systems and makes repairs.
Assist in the overhaul and replacement of major drive chain components such as engines, transmissions, etc.
Assist in ordering and obtaining necessary parts and supplies.
Fuel, wash, and clean vehicles and other equipment.
Assist in coordinating the use of administrative vehicles.
Assist with loading and unloading of warehouse supply trucks.
Tow broken-down vehicles.
Assist with maintenance on vehicles as time permits.
Provide assistance to other crews as needed.
Respond to after-hour emergencies as requested.
Be available to work various shifts and respond to service calls.
Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.
Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.