SY 25-26 Transportation Master Technician ASE Certified

ChathamCountySchools; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Master Technician to oversee the repair and maintenance of district vehicles. This role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, supervising technicians, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and possess the necessary certifications. Join a dedicated team where your expertise will contribute to the smooth operation of essential transportation services. If you are passionate about automotive repair and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in school bus or medium/heavy truck maintenance required.
• ASE Master Certification and ability to diagnose complex automotive issues.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues on district vehicles.
• Assist in supervision and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Heavy duty repair techniques

Operating automotive tools

Following verbal and written instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE Master Certification for School Bus

Vocational or Technical automotive training

Tools

Automotive diagnostic tools

Power tools

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Master Technician will inspect, diagnose, repair and service mechanical issues on district vehicles and equipment. Work will be performed in compliance with established safety procedures and meeting or exceeding industry estimated times as established by the manufacture. A Master Technician must be able to drive any vehicle in the Fleet, provide assistance supervision to other Fleet Technicians, be available for on-call status as needed. Must be able to assume control of the shop if no other leadership is present, and direct the work of subordinate employees.

REPORTS TO: SHOP Supervisor

SALARY SCHEDULE: G-12

WORK DAYS: 250

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Education Level:
   • Completion of a High School education or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
   • ASE Master Certification for School Bus

   Preferred: Completion of Vocational or Technical school automotive training program

2. Experience, Skill, and Certification:
   • Five (5) years of experience in school bus or medium/heavy truck maintenance
   • Comprehensive knowledge of heavy duty repair and maintenance techniques and practices
   • Ability to diagnose and repair both routine and the more complex problems on all types of automotive vehicles and components
   • Ability to operate tools and equipment associated with the trade
   • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
3. Commercial driver’s license with school bus and passenger endorsement within 90 days of employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. The Master Technician receives general supervision from the Shop Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor. The employee in this class assists in supervision for personnel in the School Bus repair and maintenance shop.
2. As assigned, discusses vehicle problems with drivers to determine repairs as needed, checks work in progress and inspects completed jobs as necessary.
3. Assists with the inspection, general repair and annual repair, and perform preventative maintenance on vehicles.
4. Follows prescribed daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly maintenance schedule.
5. Inspects, changes, repairs and mounts tires as required. Ensures tires are in compliance with all safety standards.
6. Initiates and maintains computer data entry and retrieval of information related to the work of the auto repair and maintenance shop.
7. As assigned, performs repair and maintenance jobs, provides technical guidance as needed, checks work in progress and inspects completed jobs as necessary.
8. As directed, responds to emergency calls to make determination of severity of problem. Makes repairs and reports to supervisor for additional assistance.
9. Assists Shop Supervisor with spare parts inventory and all inventories in vehicle/equipment bid specifications.
10. Must provide own hand tools, and power tools necessary to repair vehicles.
11. Willing & capable to successfully pass training certification and safety programs as required by the District.
12. Must be able to troubleshoot on cameras, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and radios related to hardware, wiring, and other plug and play troubleshooting.
13. Assists Fleet Technicians by diagnosing more complicated maintenance and repairs work orders as needed.
14. Follows state and district maintenance policies, procedures and regulations. Uses, as instructed, all personal protective equipment.
15. Must be available to work flexible schedule in order to meet critical needs to the district.
16. Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents will be considered “at will.” Appropriate pay will be determined based on Grade 12 and allowable experience as determined by Human Resources. This is a 250-workday position. This position contributes to the Public School Retirement System of Georgia (PSERS).

New 12-2022

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A responsibility is “non-essential” (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:

• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.

Note the responsibility number from the list in the “Duties and Responsibilities” section for those responsibilities that could be considered “non-essential” based on this definition.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that required more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. Check the box that is applicable for this position and complete any necessary information.

OFFICE:

[ X] OFFICE Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

[ ] CLASSROOM Employees in this category spend at least most of the workday in a typical classroom or related educational environment. There will be prolonged periods of standing or walking, and there may be frequent bending, stooping, or stretching. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies. Reading, listening, writing, and speaking are requirements. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands, but there may be occasions that require the lifting or restraint of a student.

EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS

(Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)

[x] Occasional heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds of materials, etc.

[ ] Frequent climbing up to ____ feet, and/or working on building roofs.

[x] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, and other airborne matter.

[x] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards.

[x] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.

[x] Other: Incumbent must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel within the county as required by the job. Possession of the strength, dexterity and agility to perform all essential functions, including lifting of heavy equipment and vehicle parts, bending, stooping, standing, reaching and climbing on and/or crawling under vehicles.