Bus Technician

Bus Technician

Job Title: Bus Technician

Reports to: Fleet Manager

Dept./Campus: Transportation

Classification: Non-Exempt

Primary Purpose:

Perform major and minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engine maintenance and repair

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam

Ability to access and use printed service materials

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Ability to visually inspect and services vehicles

Experience:

Experience in bus maintenance and repair preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner with minimal supervision. Work with lead mechanic to complete major repairs.
• Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule and maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
• Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed.
• Fuel buses and maintain accurate records of use.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition and perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment according to established schedules.

Other

• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Operate buses and other vehicles as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision for and criticism of job performance.
• Work in harmony with supervisory, faculty, and peer personnel.
• Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.
• Support and follow administrative and Board policy.
• Represent the school system to the community in a positive, professional way.
• Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.