Head Mechanic

TRI-VALLEY LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

HEAD MECHANIC

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objectives: Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection servicing and repair of district vehicles.

Note: Substitute driving duties may be assigned (see bus driver job description for additional information).

Minimum High school diploma. Post-secondary training or equivalent work experience in

Qualifications: commercial vehicle maintenance procedures is required.

• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g. a negative tuberculosis test etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Owns a standard set of mechanics tools.
• Ability to interpret and comply with safety regulations and environmental laws.
• Bookkeeping skill and the ability to compute mathematical data accurately.
• Effective presentation skills and ability to train drivers.
• Holds or is qualified to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a school bus endorsement. Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the districts insurance carrier.
• Meets all bus driver minimum qualifications when physically qualified.
• Available to respond to service emergencies.

Responsibilities The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable

and Essential accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to

Functions: perform essential functions.

• Manages the districts ongoing vehicle maintenance program. Keeps current with local state and federal school bus regulations revisions. Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about emerging issues.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Supports parent/community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Learns the operating and maintenance procedures for all district vehicles.
• Monitors and complies with safety regulations and environmental laws.
• Maintains an inventory of essential supplies needed to maintain fleet readiness.
• Inspects services repairs and/or rebuilds equipment. Performs preventive maintenance activities (e.g. changes oil replaces filters lubricates fittings etc.).
• Teaches bus drivers how to recognize problems before they result in an equipment malfunction. Encourages drivers to ask questions and offer suggestions.
• Inspects and tests vehicles to ensure safety. Reports irregularities and equipment abuse to the transportation supervisor.
• Makes road calls when vehicles become disabled.
• Secures and evaluates work performed by outside contractors.
• Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about work progress. Maintains repair logs safety inspection records etc. Itemizes repair costs for each vehicle. Approves invoices for payment. Ensures that reports are submitted on time.
• Recommends procedures to effectively deal with emergency repairs.
• Coordinates and participates in Ohio State Highway Patrol annual bus inspections.
• Helps the transportation supervisor develop short/long-range maintenance plans.
• Prepares an annual equipment inventory.

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• Recommends the replacement of equipment necessary to ensure fleet effectiveness.
• Helps prepare competitive bid specifications (e.g. insurance bus purchases shop equipment supplies etc.).
• Helps with the receipt of deliveries. Unloads trucks. Inspects packages for damage. Verifies quantities. Organizes and stores supplies.
• Picks-up and delivers equipment materials and other supplies as directed.
• Reports student discipline problems vandalism and other related concerns.
• Promptly documents all injuries that require medical attention.
• Acts responsibly to protect school property. Takes appropriate action during adverse weather conditions. Secures the transportation facility at the end of the workday. Responds to transportation emergencies as needed.
• Helps deal with unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Watches for conduct that may indicate a problem. Works with staff to eliminate unacceptable behavior.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect as required by law.
• Keeps current and shares knowledge about advances in equipment technology.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
• Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a neat appearance.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful

Required: performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Performs prescribed activities efficiently with limited supervision.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Effectively uses listening observation reading verbal nonverbal and writing skills.
• Completes paperwork accurately. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory Under the direction of the transportation supervisor: plans work assignments provides

Responsibility: instructions and monitors assigned staff. Promotes teamwork and helps staff as needed to successfully accomplish delegated duties.

Working Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on

Conditions: circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.

• Duties may require balancing bending climbing crouching kneeling reaching standing working at various heights and in confined spaces.
• Duties may require lifting carrying and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Potential for exposure to air-borne particulates chemical irritants combustible materials electrical hazards equipment vibrations noises and odors.
• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with aggressive disruptive and/or unruly individuals.

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Performance Job performance is evaluated according to negotiated agreements and policy provisions

Evaluation: adopted by the Tri-Valley Local School District Board of Education.

The Tri-Valley Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin age or disability. Employees shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables emerging technologies improved operating procedures productivity factors and unforeseen events. Revised: 8/03