Transportation Mechanic

Bay City Independent Sch Dist•Bay City, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for on-site leadership of vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Requirements

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and physical exam
Ability to access and use service materials
Ability to operate bus
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Experience as a mechanic

Responsibilities

Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date preventive maintenance records.
Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.
Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.
Assign work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
Help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition and perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.
Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.