Bus Mechanic Assistant/Bus Driver

CLASS TITLE: BUS MECHANIC ASSISTANT/Bus Driver

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform unskilled to semi-skilled maintenance, preventative maintenance and general repairs to District vehicles as assigned as needed.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• · Perform basic vehicle maintenance duties for District vehicles as directed; assist with transmission service, pack wheel bearings, change oil, filters and tires as necessary.
• · Repair and replace wheels, tires, hubs and rims.
• · Assist with storing repair parts, supplies, tools, equipment and materials.
• · Process work orders for parts used on District vehicles as assigned.
• · Assure quality and completion of work assigned.
• · Attend required training classes and seminars.
• · Assist in starting vehicles.
• · Assure proper use of tools, equipment, standard maintenance and safety practices.
• · Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• · Basic mechanical repairs required to maintain District vehicles in proper operating condition.
• · Maintenance and operation hazards of District vehicles and safety precautions for related vehicles.
• · Record-keeping techniques.
• · Oral and written communication skills.
• · Health and safety regulations.
• · Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• · Proper lifting techniques.
• · Applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.

ABILITY TO:

• · Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• · Work cooperatively with others.
• · Maintain routine records.
• · Observe health and safety regulations.
• · Lift heavy objects.
• · Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• · Operate, service and make minor repairs on equipment.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year general vehicle servicing experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license.