Mechanic

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR ST. CLAIR COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

Approved January 2019

TITLE: Transportation Mechanic

JOB GOAL: To provide safe and efficient transportation of students

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director and Transportation Shop Foreman

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or its equivalent

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to visit school sites throughout the county as assigned by the Transportation Director

Possess and maintain a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) (or obtain within six (6) months of hire), a current Alabama Bus Certificate (or obtain within six (6) months of date of hire), and a current/valid DOT physical.

At least three (3) years’ experience as a mechanic or related field

Possess and maintain an Alabama school bus mechanic’s certification or be able to obtain in a timely manner

Possess knowledge and basic skills related to automotive repair and parts

Good public relations skills

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

Demonstrate ability, agility, and stamina to engage in prolonged sitting or standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, climbing, and reaching

Ability to work collaboratively as a team member with large and/or diverse groups

Ability to work in confined spaces, heights, indoors, outdoors, noisy/quiet environments, and during inclement weather

Proficiency in oral, written, and electronic communications with the ability to produce, lead, and deliver presentations to various stakeholders

Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule (after hours, on weekends, and holidays when necessary)

Ability to lift, carry, and move 50 pounds

Ability to identify mechanical problems, to implement preventative maintenance programs, and follow requirement safety rules

Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the board may require

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Demonstrates support for the school system, its purpose, direction, and

Demonstrates the ability to multi-task and to prioritize tasks

Maintains confidentiality of any Board of Education business, its staff, and its

Demonstrates and models regular and predictable

Demonstrates professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Collaborates with the Transportation Director to evaluate mechanical needs and bus improvements.

Assists Transportation Director to monitor safety inspections on buses as required by the state of Alabama.

Completes the schedule for vehicle maintenance projects and/or

Performs maintenance and inspection on all Clair County Board of Education equipment and vehicles including changing tires, lubricating, changing oil, etc.

Assists the Parts Specialist with inventory control of parts, tires, materials, supplies, fuel, and oil that is used by the transportation department.

Drives bus routes and transports students as

Accurately diagnoses and repairs school system automotive

Operates school system-owned vehicles in accordance with state laws and board

Provides roadside rescues and repairs for buses and other

Properly uses and cares for tools, equipment, and materials owned by the school

Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of

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.

Serves on school system committees, task forces, and representative groups as

Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with board policies and

Performs other job-related duties as directed by the Transportation

SALARY: Based on the St. Clair County School System Salary Schedule

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 month

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated according to board policy.