Located in Texarkana, TX
Pay: $22/hour
Job Full Description
Position: Bus Mechanic
Location: Texarkana, TX
Hours: M-F 6am - 4pm
Pay: $22/hour
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B) with P&S endorsement
Bus Driver training (may be completed after employment)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs with general supervision
Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
Ability to move & position/reposition heavy equipment and vehicle parts
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
Acceptable driving record
Ability to operate bus
Experience:
Five years experience as mechanic
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Perform mechanical repairs in a timely manner.
- Perform welding and minor bodywork.
- Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule to include: rotate and balance tires; change oil and filters; lubricate vehicle parts; inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps; and maintain all fluid levels.
- Maintain accurate, updated records of preventive maintenance.
- Inspect vehicles and evaluate condition of systems, equipment, accessories, and lights; service as needed and maintain service records.
- Demonstrate process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to mechanic helpers.
- Perform preventive maintenance; including bleeding of air tanks, on shop equipment according to established schedules.
- Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
- Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
- Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Operate buses and other vehicles as needed for maintenance.
- Work irregular hours as needed.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board policy.
- Maintain a clean and orderly shop area and fuel island; keep area free of tools and debris
Texarkana, AR
1125
4323 Jefferson Avenue
Texarkana, AR 71854
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