Vehicle Mechanic I
Classified Position - 7916
Salary
Category 1 per Salary Schedule + increment for applicable certification(s)
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Days
260
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Reports to:
Vehicle Maintenance Manager
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SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform mechanical repair work including preventative maintenance on school buses, trucks and other gas and diesel powered automotive equipment
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
- Maintain buses and other vehicles in proper operating condition and perform responsible vehicle repairs and maintenance including preventative maintenance
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Perform basic mechanical repair work on school buses and other gas or diesel-powered automotive equipment; assure buses conform with established standards for passenger vehicles; complete related maintenance records.
- Inspect mechanical defects in school buses, trucks, automobiles, vans, tractors, electric carts and other mechanical equipment as assigned; drive and test school buses and provide emergency road service to disabled district school buses and vehicles as required.
- Disassemble motors and repair, adjust and replace parts; recondition and adjust ignition and carburetor systems; repair, fit and adjust valves, pistons, rings and bearings; clean, repair and replace carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, gauges, and electrical wiring systems.
- Repair mechanical defects in a variety of vehicles.
- Repair and replace alternators, generators, starters, voltage regulators, distributors and lighting systems; install a variety of parts including batteries, brakes, glass and door handles.
- Grind valves and perform welding; rebuild equipment as needed.
- Repair and replace heating and ventilation systems on district vehicles; repair and maintain exhaust and fuel systems.
- Operate a variety of equipment and machinery including electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, scopes, tire changers, grinders, lathes, emissions analyzer, steam cleaner, hoists, jacks, torches, and welding equipment and a variety of power and hand tools.
- Respond to service calls and perform emergency repairs as needed.
- Perform lubrication, oil changes, battery maintenance, tire changes and servicing of equipment.
- Assist in starting buses as needed; assist other mechanics as directed; assist in inventory maintenance as required.
- Complete work orders and maintain records of time worked and materials used; recommend purchase of needed parts, supplies and tools.
- Maintain work area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance
- Adhere to the professional code of ethics
- Successfully utilize technology as appropriate in job function
- Perform other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in basic diagnosis, repair and maintenance of motorized equipment
- Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance
- Proper lifting techniques
- Health and safety regulations and procedures
- Use of service manuals
ABILITY TO:
- Perform mechanical repair work, including preventative maintenance, on school buses, trucks and other gas and diesel powered automotive equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical malfunctions and defects
- Operate shop equipment and tools including testing equipment, welders and lathes.
- Read and use mechanical diagrams, repair manuals and parts catalogues
- Maintain routine records
- Plan and organize work
- Understand and follow oral and written directions
- Work cooperatively with others
- Lift heavy objects
- Observe legal and defensive driving practices
- Work as a team
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Seldom/Rare
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Occasional
(up to 1/3 of work day)
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Frequent
(1/3 to 2/3 of work day)
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Repetitive
(2/3 or more of work day)
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Standing/Walking
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X
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Sitting
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X
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Handle/Finger/Feel
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X
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Reach/Push/Pull
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X
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Bend/Stoop/Crouch
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X
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Kneel/Crawl
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X
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Climb/Balance
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X
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Lift/Carry
(Check Frequency)
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Up to 10 lbs.
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X
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Up to 20 lbs.
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X
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Up to 50 lbs.
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X
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Up to 100 lbs.
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X
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Over 100 lbs.
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X
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
- Must begin process to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) while in this position.
Approved by HCBOE 02/02/2024