Mechanic

Classified

• Position

• Bus

• Mechanic / Apprentice

Grades K-12

Job Number 2300284424

Start Date

Open Date 03/08/2024

Closing Date 05/31/2024

System Mission: To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create.

System Vision: Our students are lifelong learners who use their knowledge, skills, and influence to make the world a better place.

LOCATION: Pike Road Schools Transportation Department

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

TERMS: 240 day position paid in accordance with the board-approved salary schedule

JOB GOAL:

• To provide excellent vehicle maintenance services for all Pike Road School's buses and other vehicles to ensure safe and efficient transportation for students and employees.

• To assist transportation personnel in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of transportation problems or unsafe conditions.

• To assist with the effective management of school system vehicles, fiscal and material resources, and transportation personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (5) years heavy-duty fleet mechanic's experience.

• Maintain a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical as required by Board policy.

• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver certificate and commercial driver's license (CDL).

• Ability to obtain Alabama School Bus Mechanic certification.

• Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

• Must pass and is subject to drug tests as required by federal and state law and the Board's policies regarding drug testing, operating school-owned vehicles, transporting students and all applicable policies.

• Competent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to operate and maintain needed tools and diagnostic equpiment.

• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems, to implement preventive maintenance programs, and to follow safety and recommended rules for efficient shop operations.

• Ability to follow safety and recommended rules for efficient shop operations

• Physical strength and agility to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force

• Ability, agility and stamina to engage in prolonged sitting or standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning and raching.

• Ability and willingness to work indoors and outdoors year-round in noisy, crowded environments, and inclement weather.

• Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, or holidays when necessary.

• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.

• Such alternatives qualifications as listed as the Board may require.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Accept and complete Supervisor's assigned job and overall supervision.

• Maintain safety standards at all times.

• Maintain good relationships with drivers and other school employees.

• Accurately diagnose and repair school system transportation equipment.

• Assume responsibility for the proper use of all parts received.

• Report any abuse of vehicles and/or equipment to the Transportation Director.

• Exhibit skill and efficiency in performing routine and preventive maintenance to all vehicles and equipment.

• Maintain work hours in accordance with Board policy.

• Performs monthly safety inspection on buses as required by the State of Alabama.

• Performs maintenance and body repair on all vehicles and equipment owned by the Baldwin County Board of Education.

• Assist in developing written maintenance records for all vehicles owned by the school system.

• Performs routine maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment, including video systems, at regularly-- scheduled intervals.

• Maintains service bay in a clean, neat and safe manner. Keep service truck washed as needed and serviced at intervals as needed as established by the transportation department.

• Maintains an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment as assigned.

• Properly uses and maintains responsibility for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.

• Request supplies and equipment needed to carry out duties and assigned projects.

• Performs road call duty as needed.

• Responds promptly to call out in emergency situations.

• Performs all mechanical maintenance services with priority on student and employee safety; removes from service any bus or other vehicle that is unsafe to operate.

• Returns buses or other vehicles to active service only after identified maintenance problems have been corrected.

• Engages in work related training to increase knowledge and skills as directed and/or for advancement.

• Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.

• Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.

• Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.

• Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.

• Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.

• Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.

• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.

• Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Pike Road Schools Board of Education policy for classified personnel evaluation.

Start Date 04/07/2024

Duty Days 240

Reports To Director of Transportation

Job Posting Link www.pikeroadschools.org/o/prs/page/personnel

Salary Range: From/To Compensated in accordance with the board approved salary schedule

Additional Job Information

Board Approved Salary Schedule

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