Vehicle Technician Specialist (Mechanic)

Job Title: Vehicle Technician Specialist (Mechanic)

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Location: Transportation Center

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

Calendar Length: Year-round

FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt

Salary: $29.00/hr ($60,320 annually) Additional compensation awarded for post-secondary education, bilingual proficiency and approved industry certifications.

Benefits: Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings.

JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

The Vehicle Technician Specialist/Mechanic is under the supervision of the Associate Director of Transportation and reports directly to the Fleet/Garage Manager. Areas of responsibility include:

• Repairing and maintaining all township vehicles including buses, cars, trucks, and vans.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, fuel, and air systems problems.
• Performing emergency road service including weekend and evening service calls.
• Removing and replacing interior seat upholstery.
• Removing, repairing, and replacing engines, transmissions, and tires.
• Performing preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Cleaning of shop area, equipment, spare buses, tool boxes and tools.
• Removing, repairing, and replacing heating and A/C systems.
• Maintaining proper license and certification in order to serve as a substitute bus driver as needed.
• Make road calls and emergency repairs when vehicles become disabled, regardless of weather conditions.
• Assist with preparations for annual state bus inspections.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified candidates must obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License within six months of start date and maintain thereafter. CDL certification is for the purpose of operating buses, but not transporting students/driving routes.
• Meet all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the corporations insurance carrier.
• Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, as well as other related systems, required.
• Ability to use repair manuals and parts catalogs is a necessity.
• Experience with Caterpillar and Cummins engines, computer diagnosis, and air brakes required.
• Must be willing to learn new systems and to work overtime as needed •
• Keeps current with local, state, and federal school bus safety and environmental regulations.
• Candidates must be able to lift heavy objects, work in awkward and cramped positions, and make emergency repairs outside regardless of weather conditions
• Must have good communication and public relations skills with various publics including students, administrators, co-workers, and other members of the staff

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

PERCENT OF TIME

Seldom = Less than 25%

Occasional = 26 to 50%

Often = 51 to 75%

Very Frequent = 76% and above

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Very frequent

Ability to carry more than 50 pounds

Frequent

Amount to lift more than 50 pounds

Frequent

Amount of force to push/pull up to more than 50 pounds

Frequent

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations

Occasional

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter

Very frequent

Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels

Very frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation

Very frequent

Ability to operate office equipment

Occasional

Ability to reach in all directions

Very frequent

Climbing

Very frequent

Overhead work

Very frequent

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veterans status.