Pay Grade: 44B (Min $18.01 per hr) Work Days: 261
Primary Purpose:
- Responsible for providing mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance tasks to ensure Plano ISD vehicles, including buses, are in optimum operating condition
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Texas driver's license ¾ Class A or Class B CDL
- Texas State Inspectors License ( have or eligible to obtain)
- Driving record that is insurable with Plano ISD's insurance carrier
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to communicate well and deal with all people in a courteous and positive manner
Experience:
- Two years of experience in heavy vehicle repair
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Perform routine bus and vehicle preventive maintenance tasks on a scheduled basis
- Analyze each job assignment and consult with Motor Pool Lead Mechanic to ensure materials are available
- General light duty repair: replace batteries, head lights, install tires, fix flats
- Diagnose mechanical problems using test equipment
- Test drives vehicles on public streets
- Assist other mechanics as required
- Maintain mounted tire program
- Responsible for PISD tools – assigned or loaned from tool room
- Follow all safety rules and procedures
- Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from superiors
- Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
- Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor
Equipment Used:
- Uses vehicle repair tools and equipment (including power tools, hydraulic lifts and tire changers), electronic analysis equipment, electrical test equipment, brake lathe, welding equipment, and engine hoist; operates Plano ISD vehicles
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands:
- Reading; Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
- Frequently required to bend, crawl, and reach to service vehicles; routinely lift and carry parts and equipment 15-50 pounds; manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion
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