Mechanic I

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baldwin County Board of Education seeks a Mechanic I to perform maintenance on buses and district vehicles, ensuring safe transportation for students and staff.

The role requires DOT physical, Alabama bus driver certificate and CDL, with ability to obtain Alabama School Bus Mechanic certification. Responsibilities include maintenance records, fleet inventory, and after-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• Maintain a current DOT physical.
• Hold Alabama bus driver certificate and CDL.
• Possess ability to obtain Alabama School Bus Mechanic certification.
• Meet suitability criteria under Alabama law.
• Possess acceptable driving record and pass drug screening.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic tools and shop equipment.
• Follow safety procedures for shop operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly safety inspections on buses as required by Alabama.
• Maintain and repair vehicles and equipment owned by the district.
• Develop written maintenance records for fleet.
• Assist with bid preparations and compliance.
• Perform routine maintenance at scheduled intervals and keep areas clean and safe.
• Manage inventory and tools in service bays and parts warehouse.
• Handle after-hours road calls and emergency responses.
• Ensure vehicles are returned to service only after issues are corrected.

Skills

Written English communication

Diagnose mechanical issues

Operate diagnostic equipment

Safety-conscious

Tools

GPS tracking software

Routing programs

Inventory management programs

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Job Title – Mechanic I

Supervised by/Reports to:Mechanic II, Bus Shop Foreman, Transportation Coordinator and Bus Shop Foreman

FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Job Goal:

• To provide excellent vehicle maintenance services for all Baldwin County School System buses and other vehicles to ensure safe and efficient transportation for students and employees.
• To assist transportation personnel in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of transportation problems or unsafe conditions.
• To assist with the effective management of school system vehicles, fiscal and material resources, and transportation personnel.

Qualifications:

1. Prior mechanic experience preferred, but not required.
2. Maintain a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical as required by Board policy.
3. Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver certificate and commercial driver’s license (CDL).
4. Ability to obtain Alabama School Bus Mechanic certification.
5. Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
6. Competent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to operate and maintain needed tools and diagnostic equipment.
8. Ability to diagnose mechanical problems, to implement preventive maintenance programs, and to follow safety and recommended rules for efficient shop operations.
9. Ability to follow safety and recommended rules for efficient shop operations.
10. Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including no DUI convictions.
11. Possess successful drug screening results and be subject to and pass subsequent drug screening tests.
12. Physical strength and agility to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
13. Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force.
14. Ability, agility and stamina to engage in prolonged sitting or standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning and reaching.
15. Ability and willingness to work indoors and outdoors year-round in noisy, crowded environments, and inclement weather.
16. Ability and willingness to work after hours, weekends, or holidays when necessary.
17. Ability to utilize GPS tracking software, routing programs, inventory management programs, and other applicable technology programs.
18. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
19. Ability to perform parts inventory management, parts ordering, maintenance work orders, and other assigned vehicle shop procedures and reports.
20. Such alternatives qualifications as listed as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Performs monthly safety inspection on buses as required by the State of Alabama.
2. Performs maintenance and body repair on all vehicles and equipment owned by the Baldwin County Board of Education.
3. Assist in developing written maintenance records for all vehicles owned by the school system.
4. Assists with bid preparations in compliance with bid laws and school system policies and procedures.
5. Performs routine maintenance and service on vehicles and equipment, including video systems, at regularly- scheduled intervals.
6. Maintains all work areas in a clean, neat, organized, and safe manner.
7. Keep service truck washed as needed and serviced at intervals as needed as established by the transportation department.
8. Maintains an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment assigned to service truck.
9. Properly uses and maintains responsibility for tools, equipment, material resources assigned to service trucks and/or service bays and parts warehouse storage areas.
10. Request supplies and equipment needed to carry out duties and assigned projects.
11. Unload parts from delivery trucks.
12. Maintains transportation department parts and equipment inventory.
13. Performs road call duty as needed.
14. Responds promptly to call out in emergency situations.
15. Drives school buses in emergency situations or as deemed necessary.
16. Performs all mechanical maintenance services with priority on student and employee safety; removes from service any bus or other vehicle that is unsafe to operate.
17. Returns buses or other vehicles to active service only after identified maintenance problems have been corrected.
18. Engages in work related training to increase knowledge and skills as directed and/or for advancement.
19. Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.
20. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
21. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
22. Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
23. Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
24. Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
25. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
26. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
27. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Terms of Employment: Twelve month position in accordance with the Board’s salary schedule.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Baldwin County Board of Education policy for classified personnel evaluation.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.