Mechanic - Transportation [TS21]

TSS/260 day contract

Monday-Friday

8 hours daily

Pay Column T: $24.61/hourly

+ Benefits

Laramie County School District 1

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanic

Revised Date: July 2020

Department: Transportation

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Work Year: 12 Months

Salary Schedule: TSS- 260 days

SUMMARY : The position is responsible for diagnosing faults and performing repairs on transportation fleet vehicles; ensuring vehicles are in safe operating condition; and maintaining written documentation of repairs to meet district, state, and federal requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions

Frequency

% of

Time

1. Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains all types of vehicles (e.g. buses, forklifts, trucks, vans, etc.), vehicle systems, and equipment to include, but not limited to: diesel/gasoline engines, drive-train systems, suspension and steering, tires (including changing and balancing), heating and cooling systems, airbrakes/hydraulic brakes, wheelchair lifts, hydraulics, windshields/windows, electrical and other mechanical systems. Completes minor vehicle body repairs and building/facility repairs as required. Uses metal fabrication tools and equipment as required.

D

35%

2. Diagnoses vehicle malfunctions (e.g. using computer diagnostic equipment) to determine required vehicle repair.

D

10%

3. Completes work orders and updates maintenance and repair history on vehicles.

D

10%

4. Maintains tools and/or equipment in safe operating condition.

W

5%

5. Responds to after-hour breakdowns and emergencies. May operate tow truck when responding to roadside repair, service calls, and emergency situations.

M

10%

6. Assists other staff members in identifying equipment faults or safety concerns.

M

5%

7. Assists Parts Specialist by answering phones and radio calls as required.

M

5%

8. Drives routes and/or field trips as required.

Q

5%

9. Trains Lubrication Technicians and other support staff in proper vehicle maintenance.

W

5%

10. Inspects transportation fleet vehicles and equipment for safety compliance.

D

5%

11. Performs other duties as assigned

Ongoing

5%

TOTAL =

100%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE :

• High school diploma, or equivalent, preferred
• Coursework in vocational school in related field, preferred
• No experience required, but 1-3 years of diesel/gasoline engine repair experience preferred

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS :

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must obtain and maintain a minimum of a Wyoming Class B Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) with P and S endorsements by the conclusion of the district-provided training course
• Must obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Medical Examiner’s Certificate upon offer of employment Driver insurability via the district’s insurance required
• Must obtain and maintain Defensive Driving and CPR/First Aid Certificates by the conclusion of the district-provided training course
• Criminal background check required for hire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES :

• Oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Must maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to perform basic math including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios
• Ability to work with handheld or power tools
• Ability to be on a rotation for on call weekends and after-hours duties
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance expectations and to follow district procedures for absence reporting
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department procedures
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE :

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals; typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, etc.; and office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, etc.; preferred at hire; required within 3 months after hire
• Operational knowledge of school buses and district vehicles required at the conclusion of the district-provided training course

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE :

POSITION TITLE

Reports to:

Transportation Supervisor

POSITION TITLE

# of EMPLOYEES

Direct reports:

This position has no direct reports

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY :

• This position has no budget responsibility

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS : The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.