Vehicle Mechanic

Danville Independent School District • Danville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintain physical school vehicles/buses in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of them may be made safely at all times.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.
• Must be a state approved inspector.
• Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the ability to diagnose, repair, rebuild and make all necessary adjustments on all vehicle systems.
• Perform monthly inspection on all vehicles.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on district vehicles.
• Inventory Management and Control; sets up and supervises receipt and issuance of parts and supplies.
• Analyze requirements and makes recommendations on schedule for preventative maintenance program for District vehicles and equipment.
• Prepare and audit the preventive maintenance program for transportation and maintenance vehicles and maintains related records and reports on vehicle maintenance operations.
• Accomplish engine testing using specialized equipment.
• Perform road testing to determine roadability.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge and ability to repair components on all systems, including the ability to operate shop equipment.
• Recommend replacement of equipment and materials for the department.
• Provide on-the-job training for mechanic trades personnel and bus drivers when requested.
• Utilize the Automated Fleet Management System.
• Strict adherence to the Policies and Procedures of the Danville Board of Education, the Employee Handbook and Kentucky Revised Statutes.
• Fulfilling contractual obligation of days worked.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees