ob Title: Vehicle Mechanic                                                    Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt  

Reports to: Director of Transportation                                   Date Revised:  07/25 

Dept./School: Transportation  

 
Primary Purpose:  

 

Perform major and minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.  

 

Qualifications:  

 

Education/Certification:  

 

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements preferred (or must be willing to obtain) 

TASBT, ASE, or other technical certifications (or must be willing to obtain) 

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:  

 

Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine maintenance and repair  

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 annual physical exam  

Ability to access and use printed service materials  

Ability to communicate effectively with others  

Knowledge of diesel and gasoline school buses 

Ability to operate diagnostic software and equipment 

 

Experience:  

 

3 years experience as mechanic preferred 

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:  

 

Maintenance and Repairs:  

 

Perform minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner with minimal supervision. Work with lead mechanic to complete major repairs.  

Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule and maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.  

Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.  

Do welding and minor body work.  

Assign routine preventive maintenance tasks to mechanic helper and inspect completed work for quality.  

Safety  

 

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.  

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.  

 

Other  

 

Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.  

Operate school buses and other vehicles as needed.  

This describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and other duties assigned. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

 

None  

 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:  

 

Tools/Equipment Used: Automotive diagnostic equipment; wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; computer and peripherals; school bus and district vehicles.  

 

Posture: Moderate standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions  

 

Motion: Moderate walking, climbing; frequent grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving  

 

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily  

 

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours  

 

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress  

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.