Anticipated - Mechanic, Class V, 8 hrs/day, 12 mos/yr na Stow-Munroe Falls City School District

Due to job movement.

STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: MECHANIC File 703

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Performs vehicle maintenance and repair services.  NOTE: Driving duties may be assigned.  See “bus driver” job description for additional information.

Minimum · High school diploma or GED.  Commercial vehicle maintenance skills substantiated by post- 

Qualifications: secondary training and/or work experience.  ASE Certification is preferred.

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsements.  Qualified to be covered by the district insurance carrier.
• Available to work a non-traditional schedule and irregular hours when required.
• Consistently performs accurate math calculations.
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity.  Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

Physical Demands:  Duties require lifting/moving materials weighing up to fifty pounds, operating power equipment, using hand tools and working from ladders, scaffolds or mechanical lifts.

Essential 1.  Uses technical and manual skill to inspect, repair and maintain district vehicles.

Functions: Implements procedures to effectively deal with emergency repairs.

• Performs regular vehicle inspections.   Schedules repairs to correct identified problems.
• Encourages drivers to identify problems before equipment fails.  Inspects, services and tests equipment.  Reports irregularities and equipment abuse.  Responds when vehicles become disabled on the road.  Monitors outside vendor performance.
• Repairs mechanical systems (e.g., air/hydraulic lines, brakes, electrical, engine, transmission, etc.).
• Installs bearings, bushings, gears, pistons, rods, valves, etc.  Performs chassis and frame repairs.  Replaces heaters, mirrors, radios, wipers, etc.
• Performs preventive maintenance services (e.g., adjusts/replaces belts, changes oil, lubricates fittings, maintains fluid levels, replaces filters, etc.).
• Keeps repair logs, safety inspection records, etc.  Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle.
• Helps with the receipt of deliveries.  Inspects packages.  Verifies contents with packing lists.
• Requests timely replacement of supplies to avoid work interruptions.
• Consults with department staff to develop recommendations for replacing/upgrading equipment.
• Helps coordinate State Highway Patrol annual bus inspections.
• Performs departmental housekeeping duties.  Maintains orderly work and storage areas.
• Complies with Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) information.  Seeks advice when uncertain about product use, storage or disposal procedures.  Follows health and safety regulations to clean up blood, body fluids/tissue, chemical spills, hazardous materials, mold, etc.
• Practices defensive driving.  Complies with motor vehicle laws (e.g., speed limits, complete stops, etc.).  Reports traffic citations, accidents, or property damage to the department supervisor.
• Promptly reports work-related injuries to a supervisor.
• Protects district property.  Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies/equipment.

2. Exemplifies professionalism.  Fosters goodwill to enhance the district’s public image.

• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective working environment.  Performs all aspects of the job.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team.  Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.  Maintains a professional appearance.
• Respects privacy.  Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision.  Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.

3. Maintains open/effective communications.

• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives are unclear.
• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques.  Respects diversity.  Resolves issues tactfully.

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4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

5. Takes precautions to protect student and staff safety.  Helps supervisors manage risks.

• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct.  Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior.  Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse or neglect.

6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

Working Safety is essential to job performance.  Employees must comply with applicable workplace safety

Conditions: regulations, health laws and district protocols, if duties involve any the following situations:

• Encounters with angry, rude and/or unpleasant individuals.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemicals, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noise, moving mechanical parts, odors and/or slippery/uneven surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and/or communicable diseases.
• Exposure to weather conditions and/or temperature extremes.
• Extensive standing/sitting.  Frequent balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, or reaching.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.  Working in proximity to vehicular traffic.
• Performing difficult tasks that require dexterity, physical strength and stamina.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working at heights, in confined spaces and/or under diminished lighting.

The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District is an equal opportunity employer.  This document identifies typical job functions and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible work duties.  Employee performance is evaluated according to board policy, administrative procedures and current contractual agreements.

Staff member shall serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings in order to help instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.