About this role
Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School diploma or equivalent. • Three (3) years of experience as a mechanic. • Valid Florida driver’s license. • Valid Florida commercial driver’s license (CDL) or the ability to obtain: • Class B; • Passenger vehicle endorsement (P); • Air brakes endorsement; • Tank vehicle endorsement (N); • Hazardous materials endorsement (H). • Valid Florida Department of Education School Bus Safety Inspector Certificate or the ability to obtain. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification. Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills. • Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment. • Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention. • Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications. • Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance. • Ability to acquire state certification as a school bus inspector in accordance with State Board of Education Rule 6A-3.017. • Ability to follow the Florida State School Bus Inspection Manual for inspection of the District’s fleet of buses. • Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks requiring an understanding of and proficiency in mechanical repair. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions including service manuals for diagnostic procedures. • Ability to stand for long periods of time and handle material by lifting, pushing, bending, or stretching. • Ability to comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements. Revised: 07/12/23 Responsibilities
• Perform required vehicle safety inspections. • Repair and overhaul automobiles, buses, trucks, and other light and heavy equipment. • Rebuild the mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic automotive equipment when needed. • Perform required monthly inspections on all District vehicles and prepare related monthly inspection reports in a timely manner. • Transport fuel and operate service vehicles to provide emergency road service work to buses and other vehicles and equipment when needed. • Prepare related records and reports in a timely manner. • Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. • Work cooperatively with other mechanics to ensure timely repairs. • Adhere to the instructions contained in the department directives and abide by School Board policies. • Adhere to good safety procedures. • Register with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. • Maintain driver and CDL licensure and required endorsements. Revised: 07/12/23 Additional Job Information S07, $21.99, 7 hours, 255 days. Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.