Diesel/Gas Mechanic

Marion County Public Schools; Orlando, Ocala (FL, FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Diesel/Gas Mechanic to join their transportation team. This role involves performing preventative maintenance and complete repairs on heavy-duty trucks and equipment, ensuring compliance with state and federal specifications. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of verifiable experience, showcasing their expertise in diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues. Offering a supportive and family-friendly environment, this position provides an opportunity to work both indoors and outdoors, making a significant impact on the safety and efficiency of the transportation fleet.

Benefits

Free Health Insurance Option

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Free Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Three years of verifiable diesel/gas mechanic experience required.
• Basic understanding of current technology for the position.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul buses and equipment as per specifications.
• Diagnose internal engine problems and repair fuel injection systems.
• Supervise Trades and Services Helpers.

Skills

Diesel Mechanic

Gas Mechanic

Electrical Systems Diagnosis

Fuel Injection Systems Repair

Transmission Repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF MARION COUNTY, Ocala, Florida

LEVEL/POSITION: DIESEL/GAS MECHANIC.

AREA(S): TRANSPORTATION POSITION.

SUMMARY: This is skilled work at the experienced worker level in preventative maintenance and complete repair of heavy-duty trucks and equipment. An employee in a position allocated to this class performs skilled work in the application of standard trade practices. Work is performed under the direction and supervision of the assigned administrator and is subject to inspection.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: NOTE:

• These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in a position allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
• Repair, overhaul, and perform adjustments to buses and equipment in accordance with State, Federal, and Manufacturers specifications.
• Diagnosis of internal engine problems.
• Repair fuel injection systems and turbochargers.
• Complete repair of front suspensions, drive lines, and rear suspensions.
• Repair automatic and manual transmissions.
• Diagnosis and repair of electrical systems.
• Repair of air, hydraulic, and disk brakes.
• Supervision of Trades and Services Helpers.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• L-Light Work – Required to push, pull or lift up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Indoors/Outdoors The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education - Graduation from standard high school or equivalency diploma (GED). Experience – Three (3) years of verifiable diesel/gas mechanic experience.

Computer Skills: Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology, as required for the position.

Benefits: Free health insurance option, retirement, life insurance, free employee assistance program and a family friendly environment.