Technician Mechanic (392715C)

Reports to: Transportation Manager & SupervisorSupervises: NoneTerm of Employment: 12 monthsSalary: Mechanic III-65FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-ExemptQualifications:Graduation from high schoolOne to three years of training or experience in repairs and maintenance of automotive equipmentMust possess or obtain a North Carolina commercial driver's license (CDL) with proper endorsements for the weight and type of vehicles operated as required by the DMV and pass a DOT drug and alcohol testMust possess (and maintain) a North Carolina Bus Inspection licenseEssential Job Functions:Demonstrates high level of knowledge, skills and abilities pertaining to troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of automotive/bus equipmentDemonstrates higher level of knowledge, skills and abilities pertaining to tools and equipment used in repairs of buses and service vehiclesDemonstrates higher level of knowledge, skills and abilities of methods of adjusting and repairing electrical and generating systems of automotive equipmentHas ability to comprehend and apply NC Inspection LawHas ability to read and comprehend technical materialsRepairs electrical systems to ensure proper functioningRepairs, adjusts or replaces starter, generator, transmission and clutch assembliesHas ability to diagnose complex mechanical problemsOperates specialized power equipment recondition motor assembliesConducts complete engine turn-up using computerized equipmentIdentifies, diagnoses and repairs complex malfunctions in transportation vehicles and equipment including checking for worn componentsExamines and rebuilds (or replaces) mechanical componentsLubricates moving parts of vehicle chassisChecks, adds and replaces fluids and lubricantsRotates, replaces and repairs tiresTests electrical systemsTests, repairs and/or replaces faulty equipment for compliance with safety standardsPerforms preventive maintenance (PMs) on all assigned vehicles at specified intervals per NCDPIPerforms 30 day monthly inspections on all assigned vehiclesPerforms annual inspections as required by NC DMVResponds to road side emergencies such as breakdowns and accidents as neededProvides (and assists with) leadership/mentorship training to less experienced technicians (Technician I and II)Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisorPhysical and Cognitive Requirements:The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to this job classification within Moore County Schools.Work in this classification is considered heavy physical work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Must be able to:constantly display advanced mechanical abilities and knowledge of bus systems and engine operation to include repair actionswalk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, and crouchwork in various inside and outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards and atmospheric conditionsuse visual acuity required for depth perception and color perceptionvisually inspect small defects and/or small partsuse a variety of measuring devicesdisplay mechanical ability to assemble and fabricate partsoperate motor vehiclesoperate job specific equipment, per instructions, to determine servicing requirements for parts and systemsdetermine the accuracy and thoroughness of workobserve general surroundings and activitieshear sufficiently to accurately perceive information at normally spoken word levelsuse communication by means of spoken word to express or exchange ideassafely work in situations of exposure to blood borne pathogens which may require specialized personal protective equipment