CLASS TITLE: BUS MECHANIC ASSISTANT
BASIC FUNCTION:
Perform unskilled to semi-skilled maintenance, preventative maintenance and general repairs to District vehicles as assigned as needed.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- · Perform basic vehicle maintenance duties for District vehicles as directed; assist with transmission service, pack wheel bearings, change oil, filters and tires as necessary.
- · Repair and replace wheels, tires, hubs and rims.
- · Assist with storing repair parts, supplies, tools, equipment and materials.
- · Process work orders for parts used on District vehicles as assigned.
- · Assure quality and completion of work assigned.
- · Attend required training classes and seminars.
- · Assist in starting vehicles.
- · Assure proper use of tools, equipment, standard maintenance and safety practices.
- · Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- · Basic mechanical repairs required to maintain District vehicles in proper operating condition.
- · Maintenance and operation hazards of District vehicles and safety precautions for related vehicles.
- · Record-keeping techniques.
- · Oral and written communication skills.
- · Health and safety regulations.
- · Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
- · Proper lifting techniques.
- · Applicable sections of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
ABILITY TO:
- · Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- · Work cooperatively with others.
- · Maintain routine records.
- · Observe health and safety regulations.
- · Lift heavy objects.
- · Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
- · Operate, service and make minor repairs on equipment.
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year general vehicle servicing experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license.