TITLE:

                Fleet Maintenance Technician

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To perform mechanical and related maintenance on school busses and all school board vehicles and equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• A current Virginia operator’s license properly endorsed to operate a school bus (CDL license required)
• Ability to operate all vehicle types used in the division
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees
• Must have electrical background and be able to read a wiring schematic
• Ability to properly diagnose electrical issues

REPORTS TO:

                Fleet Coordinator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform assigned duties in the diagnosis and repair of automotive equipment
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks following manufacturer’s manuals
• Prepare a standard work order on all jobs performed listing time spent, parts used, and other items required
• Respond to emergency calls on vehicle failure
• Inspect all vehicles as required, make necessary repairs, and file a written report on repairs
• Observe high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in assigned work areas
• Other duties as assigned by Mechanic Supervisor

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform manual or physical labor which requires a certain amount of lifting.
• School board may require doctor’s physical to verify health condition’
• Employment may be terminated if employee is untruthful regarding physical health condition before being hired

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

                12 month contract; Grade 13

EVALUATION:

                Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Personnel