KNOWLEDGE OF:

• 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky Law and two years experience in general automotive repair.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky commercial driver’s license.

• 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.
• Maintain work area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Perform related duties as assigned