Mechanic

Position: Mechanic

Term: 12 Months

Classification: Classified/Non-exempt

Location: Transportation

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, College and/or Technical Training Preferred;
• Diesel Mechanic Experience, preferred;
• Certified to work on Air Conditioning and have DPF System Experience;
• Must have or be able to obtain a Missouri Class B CDL with S & P endorsements;
• Must currently have or be able to obtain MO State Inspection Certification

Supervisory: No

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Code: 001-2552-6151-0000-00961-1-000

Job Number : 1175

Summary:

The mechanics primary duty is maintaining the district's fleet of busses, cars, service trucks and mowing equipment.

General Expectations:

• Supports the mission of Joplin Schools.
• Supports the value of education.
• Complies with the privacy rights of students.
• Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
• Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes.
• Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines.
• Able and willing to seek continuing education and training for new vehicle models and manufacturers.

Essential Functions:

• Diesel and gas mechanic doing both computer diagnostic and repair work.
• Must be able to diagnose and repair transmission systems and components.
• Must be able to repair hydraulic and anti-lock brake systems.
• Must be able to diagnose and repair various chassis components, such as: front and rear axles, front and rear suspensions, steering drive-line, exhaust, electrical, clutch, body and frame.
• Must be knowledgeable of Missouri regulations as they pertain to K-12 school busses.
• Must be knowledgeable in reapairing electrical systems.
• Must be knowledgeable in safely using all tools and equipment.
• Must be able to establish and maintain records as they apply to vehicle maintenance, certification, insurance and warranty.
• Must be able to establish and maintain adequate stores of repair parts, tires, and fuel.
• Must be able to establish and maintain records and properly manage hazardous materials produced within the department.
• Must be knowledgeable and capable of maintaining state certifications of the bus fleet at current levels of excellence.
• Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Carry out all other duties assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift, push or pull over 100 pounds
• Lift, push, pull, and otherwise handle equipment and tools
• Frequently squat or kneel to the ground
• Frequently bend and twist while operating tools and equipment
• Frequently walk up and down stairs
• Frequently use repetitive arm, wrist and hand movements
• Use close, distance and peripheral vision as well as depth perception

Attendance

Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.

The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Conditions and Environment

Environment is that of a typical school and work shop settings. The individual who holds this position must:

• Frequently work in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Occasionally work in rain, sleet and ice and drive on slippery conditions
• Often work in an area with a high noise level including engine noise and the sound of many children speaking, a raised voice may be necessary

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Joplin Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not illegally discriminate in its programs, services, actvities or facilities.