Mechanic II

Indianapolis Public Schools; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading education institution in Indiana as a Mechanic II where you will be responsible for maintaining transportation vehicles, including school buses. This full-time entry-level position offers a chance to utilize your skills in diesel engine maintenance while enjoying comprehensive benefits such as medical and dental insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Short term life insurance policy

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Able to lift 50lbs. and work in enclosed work areas.
• Proven experience in maintaining school buses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections per Indiana State Police guidelines.
• Assist mechanics and maintain harmony with drivers and corporation employees.
• Records usage of replacement parts.

Skills

Electronic diesel engine maintenance

Computer literacy

Maintenance of school buses

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Vehicle lifts

Welding equipment

Tire repair tools

Tow truck

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• Current online application on file with the Corporation,
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.and work in enclosed work areas,
• High school diploma
• Background in electronic diesel engine maintenance with the international line of diesel engines including the Caterpillar, International, Cummings and automotive engines.
• Able to bring work-related tools to the job site,
• Must possess a valid Indiana driver's license and be eligible for a class A PS CDL license,
• Able to operate all vehicles and equipment currently in use in the transportation department, ie.: Vehicle lifts, welding, tire repair, tow truck, etc,
• Computer literate to include the use of Microsoft office products,
• Proven experience in maintaining school buses, both chassis and body preferred,
• Knowledge of school bus standards and school bus inspection requirements,
• Must have a demonstrated positive work attitude and verifiable interactions with other employees,
• Models and practices safe work habits,
  
  

Qualifications

• Current online application on file with the Corporation,
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.and work in enclosed work areas,
• High school diploma
• Background in electronic diesel engine maintenance with the international line of diesel engines including the Caterpillar, International, Cummings and automotive engines.
• Able to bring work-related tools to the job site,
• Must possess a valid Indiana driver's license and be eligible for a class A PS CDL license,
• Able to operate all vehicles and equipment currently in use in the transportation department, ie.: Vehicle lifts, welding, tire repair, tow truck, etc,
• Computer literate to include the use of Microsoft office products,
• Proven experience in maintaining school buses, both chassis and body preferred,
• Knowledge of school bus standards and school bus inspection requirements,
• Must have a demonstrated positive work attitude and verifiable interactions with other employees,
• Models and practices safe work habits,
  
  

RESPONSIBILITIES - to work with the lead mechanic to complete the following:

• Records usage of replacement parts helps to maintain parts log and supply inventory,
• Performs inspections per Indiana State Police guidelines for vehicles licensed to transport students,
• Assists mechanics and maintains a harmonious relationship with drivers and other corporation employees,
• Performs system repairs on brakes, transmissions, electric systems, cooling systems, and carburetion systems on all vehicles normally maintained by the transportation department,
• Records and files bus maintenance work orders in a timely manner,
• Installs and helps to maintain transportation video and GPS tracking equipment,
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.
  
  

Medical/dental/vision insurance, short term life insurance policy, retirement plan, paid time off.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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