Mechanic

Education/Certification:
* High School Diploma or GED

* Must be 18 years of age or older

• Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class B) or meet the requirements to obtain such a license.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision.
• Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test.
• Ability to pass required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to operate bus.
• Knowledge of alternative fuels.
• Willing to attend classes when needed.
• Must possess set of tools. 

• Minimum 2 years of mechanic experience

• Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs.
• Help lead mechanic complete major repairs.
• Do welding and minor bodywork.
• Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule.
• Rotate and balance tires; change oil and filters; lubricate vehicle parts; inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps; and maintain all fluid levels.
• Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
• Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
• Demonstrate process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to mechanic helpers.
• Perform preventive maintenance; including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.
• Ability to repair complete brake jobs (air and hydraulic).
• Ability to work on small engines (lawnmowers, weed eaters, etc.)
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
• Work irregular hours as needed.
• Drive Bus route when needed.
• Daily attendance and punctuality are essentials functions of the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.