About this opportunity
Region 11 Education Service Center lists this Mechanic Assistant opportunity in springtown, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Primary Purpose:
Help mechanics perform routine repair and maintain on all vehicles.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to perform minor mechanical repairs with supervision
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
Ability to operate bus
Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Experience:
year experience in minor vehicle repair and maintenance
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance and Repairs
Perform routine vehicle maintenance according to established preventative maintenance schedules and procedures and keep accurate, up-to-date records.
Perform routine mechanical repairs under supervision of a mechanic.
Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components.
Requisition parts and tools as directed and pick up parts from vendors when required.
Clean shop floors, stalls, driveways, tools, and equipment.
Safety
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to established safety procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into shop area for repairs.
Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; school bus and district vehicles.
Posture: Moderate standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Moderate walking, climbing; frequent grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours;
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Worksite address
springtown, TX, 76082, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.