MechanicCalhoun County ISD

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

Keep the district's vehicles in such a state of operating excellence that they present no problems or interruptions to the educational problem.

QUALIFICATIONS:

    Minimum Certification/Education:

    High School diploma or GED

    Valid Texas drivers' license

    Certification as a school bus driver

    Special Knowledge/Skills:

    Knowledge of vehicle repair and maintenance

    Knowledge of tools and maintenance equipment and their uses

    Ability to stand, walk, push and pull, lift and carry, stoop, bend and kneel

    for long periods of time

    Positive results on the bus driver's physical examination

    Negative results on periodic random or scheduled drug tests

    Ability to follow verbal or written instructions

    Knowledge to communicate effectively (verbally)

    Ability to work independently

    Minimum Experience:

    Three references that have been checked and verified.

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC             

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:                                  

    1.    Present a positive role model for students, co-workers, and the community    

    2.    Practice standards of cleanliness, health and safety.    

    3.    Maintain proper safety and security precautions to prevent unnecessary or    

unreasonable risk of injury to self or others.

    4.    Promote teamwork and interact with courtesy to fellow staff members.    

    5.    Assume responsibility to learn and/or develop any required job skills necessary    

to satisfactorily perform the job.

    6.    Attend all staff development and training programs as required.    

    7.    Complete job assignments in a reasonable length of time.    

    8.    Demonstrate sensitivity and fairness to diverse and ethnic backgrounds among    

students, staff, and community.

    9.    Use safety equipment such as safety glasses and lifting belts whenever appropriate.    

    10.    Keep in good repair all district automobiles, buses, trucks, tractors, and    

other automotive vehicles.

    11.    Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment.    

    12.    Establish and maintain an efficient and effective system of routine    

automotive maintenance and preventive care.

    13.    Keep vehicles clean by washing, sweeping, and general cleaning.    

    14.    Demonstrate proper maintenance, care, storage, and use of tools and    

equipment and materials. 

    15.    Maintain a clean and organized work area.    

    16.    Serve as a substitute bus driver whenever the need arises.    

    17.    Easy to work with; does his/her share of work.    

     18    Get along well with co-workers and supervisor/foreman.    

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    19.    Respond well to constructive suggestions.    

    20.    Use materials and time to best advantage.    

    21.    Is conservative with supplies/materials.    

    22.    Is efficient and shows initiative in the job.    

    23.    Plan for utilization of work to accomplish tasks.    

    24.    Ask questions and solicit help from supervisor/foreman when needed.    

    25.    Show respect and support for the supervisor's/foreman's decision.    

    26.    Follow all safety codes and standards.    

    27    Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and    

State and Local Board policies.

    28.    Report to work on time, exhibit reliability for regular and overtime    

    29.    Maintain a high level of good attendance.    

    30.    Strive to complement CCSID;s total program.    

    31.    Practice rules and regulations regarding Sexual Harassment and    

FERPA Laws.

    32.    Perform other duties as assigned.    

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; frequent climbing, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving

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

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.