Lead School Bus Mechanic | ASE Master Certified

Hill 35; San Marcos (TX); Híbrido; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hill 35 in Texas is seeking an on-site lead vehicle mechanic responsible for major repairs, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance on district buses and vehicles. You will work with minimal supervision, build accurate service records, and help train junior mechanics.

Candidates should have a Texas CDL with P/S endorsements, ASE Master certification for school bus, and at least three years of experience as a mechanic. A strong focus on safety and the ability to operate buses will be essential.

Formación

• Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Responsabilidades

• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision.
• Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems, including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.
• Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.
• Assist the Shop Foreman with assigning work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
• Help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.
• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Operate buses and vehicles as needed.
• Respond to after-hours road calls as needed.
• Comply with all federal, state, and district policies and procedures.

Conocimientos

Diesel engine maintenance

Diagnostics

Read manuals

Operate bus

Effective communication

Educación

Texas CDL with P/S endorsements

ASE Master - school bus

Descripción del empleo

This listing comes from the careers page at San Marcos CISD and is checked nightly. You apply there.

Responsible for on-site leadership of vehicle mechanics. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles. Perform assigned work following established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and inspections on all district vehicles in a timely and efficient manner and without supervision. Maintain accurate, up-to-date preventative maintenance records.
• Rebuild, replace, or repair major vehicle components, assemblies, and systems, including engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, and cooling systems.
• Estimate time and materials required to perform major repairs.
• Assist the Shop Foreman with assigning work to vehicle mechanics and mechanic assistants and inspect completed work for quality.
• Help train mechanics and mechanic assistants.

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.
• Ensure shop, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Operate buses and vehicles as needed.
• Respond to after-hours road calls as needed.
• Comply with all federal, state, and district policies and procedures.
• Attend professional development training and possess or earn ASE certification.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor and direct the work of mechanics and mechanic assistants.

Education

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

Master ASE Certified for school bus

Experience

Three years experience as a mechanic

Skills

Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair

Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently

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

Ability to access and use service materials

Ability to operate bus

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Texas School Bus Driver Certification (or ability to obtain)

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