MECHANIC

Description Under the direction of the Transportation Manager, perform journey-level mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of District gas and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment: perform required inspections of school buses. Examples of Duties

• Perform journey-level mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of buses, automobiles, trucks, tractors and other District vehicles including gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles; maintain related records. E
• Perform required inspections of school buses; perform routine maintenance safety checks and inspections of vehicles; maintain accurate service and repair history records on transportation vehicles and equipment. E
• Evaluate maintenance, servicing and repair needs; read and interpret schematics and diagrams; inspect and diagnose mechanical malfunctions; prepare work list of the mechanical maintenance and repair needs of District vehicles. E
• Adjust and reline brakes; maintain and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; install axles; overhaul steering gears and drive shafts; change and balance tires. E
• Diagnose and repair engine electrical and ignition systems, such as distributors, coils, alternators, starters, and related systems. E
• Repair and adjust standard transmissions, drive shafts, differentials, universal joints, gears, valves, transfer cases, and rear ends; tune engines and carburetors. E
• Operate a variety of specialized electronic diagnosis equipment and machinery;
• operate a computer terminal to order parts, maintain inventory and update fuel usage and mileage records as assigned. E
• Maintain shop area, equipment and materials in a safe, clean and orderly fashion. E
• Operate a school bus over a designated route as assigned; respond to emergency field calls as needed.
• Perform electrical and acetylene welding, brazing and soldering as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Techniques and practices of maintenance and repair of heavy and light automotive vehicles
• Safe operation of related tools, equipment and procedures in the overhaul, repair and adjustment of motor equipment and of fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems
• Operation, theory and principles of gasoline and diesel-powered engines
• Methods, equipment. tools and materials used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles
• Diagnostic procedures for vehicles and equipment
• Technical aspects of field of specialty
• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance
• Health and safety regulations
• Basic computer operation

ABILITY TO:

• Diagnose, repair and maintain a wide variety of large and small gasoline and diesel-powered engines and related equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and computerized malfunctions.
• Operate specialized equipment used in repairing or servicing of vehicles.
• Read and apply technical and mechanical diagrams, schematics and repair manuals.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Maintain records related to safety, preventive maintenance and work performed.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Operate a computer.
• Administer basic first aid.

Typical Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two (2) years journey-level experience in the repair of light and heavy gasoline and diesel automotive equipment.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid California driver's license, and a driving record acceptable to the District for insurance purposes.
• Certification in brake repair and maintenance.
• Valid California driver's license for passenger and cargo vehicles.
• Incumbents are subject to mandatory random drug and alcohol testing during employment as required by Federal law.

Supplemental Information

ENVIRONMENT:

• Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Emergency call-out.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Pulling, pushing, lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Walking or standing for extended periods.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate power tools and equipment.
• Seeing to observe and perform repairs.
• Perform repetitive hand and body motions.

HAZARDS:

• Subject to noise and fumes from equipment operation.
• Exposure to fumes and vapors.
• Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.
• Working around and with machinery having moving parts.

This is an open and promotional recruitment with promotional taking precedence.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week (4 hours per day) are eligible for pro-rated benefits based on hours worked.