Mechanic Support/ Assistant

Primary Purpose:

Perform minor mechanical repairs and maintenance. Assist mechanics in preventative maintenance and ensure proper performance and safety of all district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures

Qualifications:

Clear and Valid Texas CDL (class B) with Passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements or ability to obtain one within 3 months of employment

Texas Education Certification for School bus drivers obtain one within 3 months of employment

Clear criminal background check

Special knowledge /skills:

Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs under supervision

Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repairs

Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts

Ability to read and understand documents including policies and procedures manuals

Ability to read instructions

Ability to complete required bus driver safety training

Ability to pass DOT alcohol and drug test and a yearly DOT physical exam

Ability to operate a school bus

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform minor mechanical repairs or work under the supervision of a mechanic to repair, and replace tires, bulbs, and accessories
• Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly
• Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components
• Request parts and tools for mechanics as needed
• Check fluid levels and replace oil, water, battery, and other fluids as needed
• Help in maintaining accurate, updated records or preventative maintenance
• Inspect, repair, change, and rotate tires
• Help keep shop area and parking areas clean

Safety:

• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to established safety procedures
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any unsafe conditions that are not correctable to the shop foreman

Other:

• Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into the shop area for work
• Serve as a substitute bus driver as needed and must be available for morning and afternoon routes
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands/ Environmental Factors

Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, crawling, climbing ladders, push, pull, crouch. Distinguish colors and drive a bus as needed. Work outside and inside in temperature extremes (hot and cold) Ability to lift and carry heavy weight (45 pounds or more) Workaround moving objects, and with vehicles and machinery with moving parts—frequent exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline, and diesel fuel. Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular hours or extended hours.

School Closure:

Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during indicated work hours (confirm expected work hours with Supervisor) to confer with district personnel, students, and/or parents. The rest of the workday is committed to planning, preparing, implementing, and providing support as instructed by your Supervisor.

Evaluation:

This job's performance will be evaluated following provisions of the Board Policy on Evaluation of Paraprofessional Personnel.

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While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.

Seguin Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.