Certification and License Requirements  

• Within 60 days of hire possess a Class A CDL including Tanker (N), Passenger (P), and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Obtain School Bus Inspection Certification within 180 days of employment.
• Obtain forklift certification.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years work experience or associate degree on diesel engines.  

Responsibilities and Duties

• Identifies, diagnoses, and repairs any worn components such as push rods, sway bars, valve springs, injectors, head assembly, rocker arms, valve seals, head and intake gaskets.
• If needed, replace water pumps, oil pumps, power steering pumps, starters, EGR coolers, electronic control modules, alternators, radiators, hoses, belts, king-pins, exhaust pipes, and many other repair issues on buses and vehicles.  
• Maintains accurate accounting of truck inventory and parts checked out of parts room.
• Performs engine oil and filter changes; performs chassis lubrication.
• Performs minor vehicle checks making necessary repairs and replacements. 
• Operates wrecker and tows school system vehicles.
• Operates the forklift as required to off-load and store bulky, packaged supplies and parts such as tires, engine assemblies, transmissions, oil, anti-freeze, seat foams, and any other related items.  
• Check, add, and replace brake and steering fluids.  
• Replace brake drums on school and activity buses.
• Add oil and air to vehicles; replace wiper blades and fan belts.  
• Rotate and replace tires on vehicles and buses.
• Remove and replace filters; drain and clean radiators.
• Test and replace batteries as needed.
• Repair and replace broken windows and windshields on school buses.
• Inspect exterior and interior of vehicles for defects.  
• Checks wiring system for different electrical problems; checks and repairs all lights, switches, buzzers, gauges; repairs and replaces steering wheel and horn kit, headlights, brake lights, light covers, and bulbs.  
• Performs required scheduled preventive maintenance services and scheduled 30-day inspections on school and activity buses. 
• Completes and turns in TD-18 forms on time.  
• General housekeeping of buildings and grounds at Transportation Services.  
• Perform general maintenance as needed. 
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Transportation Director.  

Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment and machinery including trucks, buses, wrecker, forklift, and lifts.  

• Must be able to exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.  Must be able to lift or carry weights of 50 to 100 lbs. Physical demand requirements are for Medium to Heavy Work.  

• Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information including receiving instructions, assignments, and directions from superiors. 

• Requires the ability to complete work orders, service records, and vehicle maintenance reports.
• Requires the ability to add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; and to determine percentages and decimals.
• Ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts.  
• Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.
• Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color. 
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
• Willing to be called in before and after normal working hours and on the weekend.  

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.