Full time Mechanic/driver - 24hrs Mechanic -16hrs Driver
Description
RESPONSIBILITIES
Part I: Driver
- Is responsible for picking up and transporting trainees to and from the Day Program. Trainees to be transported will be listed and pick-up locations will be identified. Is responsible for knowing the route to and from the Day Program, trainees to be transported and the pick-up and drop-off locations for each trainee.
- Starting time for the route is specified and the approximate time for each pick-up is made known. The times for arrival at the Day Program and for the return of trainees are also specified and the employee is responsible, to the extent feasible, for adherence to this time schedule.
- Is responsible for operating vehicles in a safe manner according to state laws.
- Is responsible for knowing and complying with record keeping requirements that are applicable in connection with vehicle operation, i.e., mileage logs, daily and weekly checklist and maintenance repair requests.
- If responsible for fueling the van as specified by Appalachian Crossroads policy.
- Is responsible for supervising the behavior of trainees when they are riding Appalachian Crossroads vans. Is also responsible for reporting to the appropriate Program Coordinator any behavior incidents or injuries plus completing the injury or incident reporting forms.
Part II: Vehicle Maintenance
- Complete preventative and routine maintenance on each vehicle according to a prescribed schedule.
- Complete circle checks and monthly inspections on each vehicle.
- Assist Transportation Supervisor in analyzing vehicle maintenance problems and developing a course of action for repair. This may include scheduling repair work at a licensed repair shop if needed.
- Dispose of all used motor oil, antifreeze, used parts in the appropriate container prescribed for that purpose.
- Monitor inventory of supplies and materials.
- Monitor inventory of tools. Ensure that tools are properly cared for.
- Maintain the work area in the garage in a clean, orderly manner.
- Complete non-routine vehicle repairs, as directed by Transportation Supervisor, that are within the skill and knowledge base of the individual, given tools, equipment and available space.
OTHER ON-GOING RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in on-going in-service staff training, which shall be subject to the approval of the administration.
- Maintain working knowledge of the agency/program policies and procedures and comply with the same.
- Assist in the supervision of the trainees on special activities unless excused by the Supervisor of Transportation.
- Assist the Supervisor of Transportation in completing building maintenance tasks when assigned.
Other duties as assigned.
Supervision Exercised
None
Supervision Received
The Supervisor of Transportation/Maintenance will directly supervise the Driver/Mechanic.