Mechanic - Transportation

Reports To:              Mechanic Shop Foreman

Duty Days:                260 Days
Wage/Hour Status:   Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:                 A06, 8HR

Qualifications:

College hours, high school diploma or GED

Current ASE and/or TASBT certification in vehicle repair (preferred)

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements

School Bus Driver Certification or able to obtain with six months of hire date

Three years mechanical experience in vehicle repair and/or other related experience

Pass annual physical in accordance with state law

Negative result on drug and/or alcohol tests administered as pre-employment, random, post-accident and/or reasonable suspicion basis, in accordance with federal law and district policy

Able to communicate in English (written and oral)

Able to read and interpret maps and routes

Able to climb in and out of all school bus emergency exits

Able to work productively with minimal supervision

Formal training in vehicle repair (preferred)

Tools of the trade to be provided by employee

Primary Purpose:

Capable of making mechanical repairs to the district’s fleet while providing support in the daily requirements of the transportation department. Help provide for a safe and reliable vehicle for the transport of students and employees of KISD. Safely drive students to and from school on a schedule assigned by the Transportation Department. Safely transport students and staff to and from district sanctioned activities. Always act in the best interest of the district, the students, and the community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Able to effect minor repairs on district vehicles i.e., hoses, belts, bulbs, wipers, etc.
2. Able to perform general lubrication, change filters and fluids, and perform PMIs as assigned, to include brake pulls.
3. Assist senior mechanics, lead mechanic, or shop foreman with major vehicle repairs.
4. Maintain accurate and current records of vehicle maintenance and repairs performed.
5. Responsible for the daily trip preparation of buses (i.e., fueling and washing) as needed.
6. Responsible for upkeep, repair, replacement and protection of personal tools.  Certain large tools and equipment are supplied by the district. 
7. Operate any Katy ISD school bus and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner while following all traffic laws, district policies, district regulations and Transportation Department regulations.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Automotive diagnostic equipment, wheel balancing equipment, tire repairing equipment, small hand tools, drills, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, welding torch, torque wrench, jacks, and lift equipment. School bus and district vehicles, two-way radios and telephones. School bus and all related equipment.

Working Conditions:

Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting (in excess of 100 pounds), carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts. Exposure to heat, dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, environmental allergens, gasoline and diesel fuel. Prolonged driving and sitting. Irregular hours and occasional prolonged hours

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.