Mechanic II: Automotive Transportation

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Mechanic II: Automotive Transportation

JOB SUMMARY

Performs skilled work of the journeyman in the repair and maintenance of a variety of school vehicles and equipment. An incumbent of this class works under the supervision of the Automotive Foreman using independent judgment as to the method of repair after receiving oral instruction or written work order as to the nature of the job.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes repair maintenance work on school system vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts vehicle safety and preventative maintenance inspections.
• Utilizes computerized diagnostic equipment in determining service requirements.
• Repairs and/or replaces necessary units and related parts including brakes, cooling systems, fuel systems, and exhaust systems.
• Repair and overhaul front and rear axle assemblies.
• Repairs most types of tires.
• Fuels buses as necessary.
• Responds to service and accident calls on disabled and damaged school system buses.
• Responds to any emergency situations as they arise.
• Practices safe work habits involving self and others.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and productive work area.
• Maintains inventory and work orders using a computer system.
• Provides own basic tools of the trade.
• May be required to furnish own transportation, as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.

Experience

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the trade with experience as a journeyman and required;
• possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle operator's license (Commercial Driver's license with airbrakes and passenger endorsement, school bus endorsement with 5 or fewer current points, with no more than three (2) points resulting from traffic violations occurring while operating a Board of Education vehicle. required.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Thorough knowledge of the repair, preventative maintenance practices, and tools of the skilled automotive trade.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, repair, and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to give, understand, and carry out complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make mathematical computations and tabulations.
• Ability to plan, layout, and work out of doors, coping with varying climate conditions.
• Possess a high level of mechanical aptitude.
• New employees are required to pay for and pass AACPS background check.
• Requires the ability to work shift work, scheduled overtime, respond to emergencies to repairs outside of normal working hours and holidays, as necessary.
• Be in good physical condition with the ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification issued by National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence preferred;
• Proof of a good driving record required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing:
• Walking:
• Sitting:
• Using hands to handle or feel:
• Pinching (fine motor skills):
• Wrist deviation:
• Keyboarding:
• Pushing:
• Pulling:
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms):
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend):
• Balancing:
• Stooping:
• Kneeling:
• Crouching:
• Crawling:
• Bending:
• Twisting:
• Squatting:
• Talking:
• Hearing:
• Tasting:
• Smelling:
• Repetitive Motions:
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination:
• Driving:
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment:
• Outdoor environment:
• Street environment (near moving traffic):
• Construction site:
• Confined space:
• In the community (homes, businesses, etc.):
• Warehouse environment:
• Shop environment:
• Temperature Change:

Exposure

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related):
• Outdoor weather conditions:
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees):
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees):
• Work near moving mechanical parts:
• Work in high, precarious places:
• Communicable diseases:
• Fumes or airborne particles:
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste:
• Risk of electrical shock:
• Work with explosives:
• Risk of radiation:
• Vibration:

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 7/1/2014 Established Date: 7/1/2014 Title Code: B13482 Title: MECHANIC II: AUTOMOTIVE TRANSPORTATION Reports to Generic: Manager Reports to Specific: MANAGER: GARAGE WATERFORD

ORGANIZATION

Division: Business Operations Business Unit: Transportation Department: Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: III Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: AG12 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME)

. Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Transportation Services Sub-Function: Operations

VR# 27012