Assistant Mechanic

Springboro Community City Schools; Springboro (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school district as a Transportation/Bus Mechanic, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and readiness of our fleet. Under general supervision, you will service and maintain school buses and district vehicles, collaborating closely with experienced mechanics. This position offers a dynamic work environment with responsibilities that include performing repairs, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you have a passion for vehicle maintenance and a commitment to serving the community, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Experience in truck/bus mechanics and vehicle maintenance is essential.
• Must obtain a Class B CDL with Bus Driver endorsement within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in vehicle repairs and scheduled maintenance for district vehicles.
• Maintain accurate records for vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Truck/Bus Mechanics

Diesel Engines

Use of Hand Tools

Use of Power Tools

Record Keeping

Education

Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

• Position Type:
  Transportation/ Bus Mechanic
  
  
• Date Posted:
  3/28/2024
  
  
• Location:
  Springboro Community City Schools
  
  
• District:
  Springboro Community City Schools

DISTRICT-ASSISTANT MECHANIC

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, services vehicles and performs scheduled vehicle service maintenance, assist the mechanic(s) with journey level maintenance and repair work on school buses, grounds equipment, district vehicles and other vehicles/equipment as needed. Collaborate and work with mechanic(s) to maintain appropriate fleet readiness to ensure safe and effective transportation services according to the regulations of the State of Ohio, Department of Education, and the policies of the Springboro Board of Education.

Qualifications

1. Training, experience and/or knowledge in truck/bus mechanics including diesel engines and other automotive equipment vehicle maintenance.
2. Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Bus Driver endorsement or ability to obtain no greater than six (6) months after the date of hire.
3. Knowledge in use of hand tools, small and large power tools.
4. Must pass criminal background check.
5. Subject to random drug testing.

DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assist in the performance of repairs, service work and scheduled vehicle service maintenance to maintain district vehicles/grounds equipment/other as needed.
2. Performs minor repairs identified on pre-inspection trip forms and service repair requests.
3. Assists Mechanic in performing more complex repairs.
4. Transports vehicles to and from break-down and repair sites.
5. Keeps accurate individual vehicle records for fluid replacement, tire replacement, parts and equipment, repairs and other maintenance work performed on district-owned vehicles.
6. Maintains valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with Bus Driver endorsement.
7. Assists in getting parts for necessary repair work to district-owned vehicles.
8. Helps keep an accurate inventory of all bus and maintenance vehicle parts.
9. Helps maintain and operate all equipment and facilities at levels of safety that promote the protection of staff and students.
10. Assist with housekeeping in and around the service facility (including ice treatment and snow removal).
11. Maintains an appearance that is suitable for the responsibilities assigned and the work performed.
12. While performing duties may drive buses/vehicles and other motorized vehicles to test.
13. May need to perform as a bus driver, as needed.
14. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.
15. Performs other transportation duties assigned.

Additional Working Conditions

Frequent: exposure to fumes, electrical hazards, inclement weather driving conditions, dust.

Occasional: Exposure to heavy equipment, loud noise, irritating chemicals (e.g.: equipment lubricants and solvents), blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. Effective Date: ASAP.
2. Terms of Employment: One-year probationary contract.
3. Hours of Work: 8 hours per day/260 day contract.
4. Salary and Benefits: In accordance with the Springboro Classified Negotiated agreement.