Mechanic - Automotive Repairperson

The district has a vacancy for an automotive repairperson.DescriptionMakes skilled repairs and adjustments to automotive equipment and machinery; does related work as required.This is skilled work involving responsibility for the overhaul and repair of a variety of automotive equipment. The work requires a thorough knowledge of the trade. General instructions are received regarding tasks to be performed, but considerable leeway is permitted in planning the details of each assignment.SupervisesSupervision may be exercised over the work of automotive service workers or other assistants.Responsibilities (Illustrative only)Makes skilled repairs to gasoline and diesel motor equipment, including trucks, tractors, and buses.Repairs or replaces motors, pumps, fuel pumps, generators, carburetors, and shock absorbers.Repairs ignition systems, transmissions, brake systems, clutches, and front and rear axles.Adjusts connecting rods and bearings.Leads in, assigns and checks minor repairs and maintenance performed by helpers.Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels.Makes minor welding repairs to automotive equipment.Tunes engine and sets the timing.Attaches and removes snow plow blades and other auxiliary equipment.May operate a school bus on an assigned route.