Job Details
Posting ID 23-24 C149
Title: Vehicle Maintenance Worker 1- Full-Time (8.0 hpd.) - Transportation Department
Position Summary
This position performs vehicle maintenance work such as vehicle inspection, diagnoses, and makes major and minor mechanical repairs to all types of District vehicles and equipment.
Essential Functions
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
Assists senior maintenance workers in vehicle maintenance procedures.
Keeps school bus fleet clean, replenishes fuel and oil, and ensures buses are in good repair and proper working order.
Performs tire mounting and repair as needed.
Performs all equipment, vehicle, and bus repairs and preventative maintenance (e.g., brake repair, oil changes, tire rotations, etc.).
Assists in scheduling maintenance and safety inspections for District vehicles.
Assists in trouble shooting vehicle problems, makes repairs and road tests vehicles after repairs.
Performs diagnosis, repairs, and inspections of gas and diesel engines for District vehicles and equipment.
Provides service and repairs for vehicle break downs or other unplanned/emergency repair situations.
Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical components and systems.
Repairs, replaces, and tests fuel injectors and pumps to specifications.
Inspects, installs, repairs, and modifies electrical, air and hydraulic systems and other specialized accessories to District vehicles and equipment.
Prepares estimates for vehicle labor, time, and cost of proposed projects.
Maintains written and computerized records of maintenance, repairs and servicing of
District vehicles and equipment.
Maintains an accurate inventory system and orders all parts and supplies.
Completes all appropriate logs, forms, and paperwork as required.
Provides vehicle reports and detailed cost analysis and repair history.
Maintains computerized fleet software programs and records.
Maintains detailed knowledge of Oregon Department of Education rules governing school buses and maintenance.
Performs substitute bus driving duties.
Performs general cleaning of school bus and shop, including washing windows. Sweeping, mopping, picking up garbage, and organizing supplies and tools.
Assists other vehicle maintenance personnel as needed.
Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED); AND
Possession of a valid State of Oregon Driver’s License.
Five (5) years of successful driving experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration & Other Requirements
Ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card and pass Safe Schools training modules as assigned.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Oregon Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with proper endorsements and possession of an Oregon Department of Education (ODE) School Bus Drivers Certificate.
Ability to successfully complete a physical examination, required DMV testing, required ODE classes, drug screening and physical strength testing.
Desired Qualifications
Completion of a licensed trade school with emphasis in vehicle maintenance and repair.
Four (4) years qualifying experience related to repairing and maintaining vehicles or heavy equipment.
Knowledge of Oregon Department of Transportation school bus inspection requirements.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (May be acquired through education, training, and/or experience.)
Knowledge of: District policies and procedures; modern office practices and procedures; letter writing, correct language usage; record keeping/filing systems; computer hardware and software programs and their usage; vehicle and bus maintenance procedures; applicable driving (school bus) laws and regulations; student behavioral management techniques; District policies and procedures; safety and first aid practices and procedures; tie down procedures of special equipment such as wheelchairs. Safety and first aid practices and procedures.
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Range 10: $18.98 - $24.96/hr.
