Vehicle Mechanic I

• High School diploma or GED Certificate and at least one year experience in general automotive repair.

• A valid Kentucky commercial driver's license or willingness to pursue, with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement

• Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in basic diagnosis, repair and maintenance of motorized equipment.

• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.

• Proper lifting techniques.

• Health and safety regulations and procedures.

• Use of service manuals.

• Perform mechanical repair work, including preventative maintenance on school buses, trucks and other gas- and diesel-powered automotive equipment as assigned.

• Diagnose and repair basic mechanical and electrical malfunctions and defects.

• Operate shop equipment and tools including electronic testing equipment, and welders.

• Read and use mechanical diagrams, repair manuals and parts catalogues.

• Maintain routine records.

• Plan and organize work.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Work cooperatively with others.

• Lift heavy objects.

• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

• Perform basic mechanical repair work on school buses and other gas or diesel-powered automotive equipment; assure buses conform with established standards for passenger vehicles; complete related maintenance records.

• Inspect mechanical defects in school buses, trucks, automobiles, vans, tractors, electric carts and other mechanical equipment as assigned; drive and test school buses and provide emergency road service to disabled District school buses and vehicles as required.

• Disassemble motors and repair, adjust and replace parts; recondition and adjust ignition and carburetor systems; repair, fit and adjust valves, pistons, rings and bearings; clean, repair and replace carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, gauges and electrical wiring systems.

• Repair mechanical defects in a variety of vehicles.

• Repair and replace alternators, generators, starters, voltage regulators, distributors and lighting systems; install a variety of parts including batteries, brakes, glass and door handles.

• Grind valves and perform welding; rebuild equipment as needed.

• Repair and replace heating and ventilation systems on District Vehicles; repair and maintain exhaust and fuel systems.

• Operate a variety of equipment and machinery including electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, scopes, tire changers, grinders, lathes, emissions analyzer, steam cleaner, hoists, jacks, torches and welding equipment and a variety of power and hand tools.

• Respond to service calls and perform emergency repairs as needed.

• Perform lubrication, oil changes, battery maintenance, tire changes and servicing of equipment.

• Assist in starting buses as needed; assist other mechanics as directed; assist in inventory maintenance as required.

• Complete work orders and maintain records of time worked and materials used; recommend purchase of needed parts, supplies and tools.

• Fill in as substitute bus driver as needed.

• Maintain work area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.

• Demonstrate loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools.

• Repetitive movement

• Must be able to kneel, squat, and sit on the floor for long periods of time.

• Must be able to bend at the waist, twist, and turn

• Standing and walking intermittently throughout a typical work day

• Lifting up to and over 50lbs.

• Standing for long periods of time.

• Hand and finger dexterity.

Owensboro Public Schools