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Vehicle Mechanic Full Time
Hopkins County Schools | Madisonville, KY
Posted: 12/16/22 | Ends: 12/31/22
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform mechanical repair work on school buses, trucks and other gas and diesel powered automotive equipment; perform body repairs, gas or diesel engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and electrical systems repairs as needed
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Hopkins County Schools | Madisonville, KY
Posted: 12/16/22 | Ends: 12/31/22
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform mechanical repair work on school buses, trucks and other gas and diesel powered automotive equipment; perform body repairs, gas or diesel engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and electrical systems repairs as needed
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
- Perform body repairs, gas or diesel engine overhauls and repairs and repair and overhaul electrical systems and transmission overhauls
- Maintain buses and other vehicles in proper operating condition and perform responsible vehicle repairs and maintenance including preventative maintenance
- Disassemble motors and repair, adjust and replace parts; recondition and adjust ignition and carburetor systems; tune engines including injectors and generators; repair, fit and adjust valves, pistons, rings and bearings; clean, repair and replace carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, gauges and electrical wiring systems
- Perform major mechanical repairs; overhaul transmissions, differentials and universal joints; repair, adjust and line brakes; rebuild and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; perform front end alignment and repair
- Perform mechanical repair work on school buses and other gas or diesel-powered automotive equipment; assure buses conform with established standards for passenger vehicles; complete related maintenance records
- Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects in school buses, trucks, automobiles, vans, tractors, electric carts and other mechanical equipment; drive and test school buses and provide emergency road service to disabled District school buses and vehicles as required
- Read and interpret schematics and diagrams; diagnose and repair mechanical defects in a variety of vehicles
- Repair and replace alternators, generators, starters, voltage regulators, distributors and lighting systems; install a variety of parts including batteries, brakes, glass and door handles
- Grind valves and perform welding; rebuild equipment as needed
- Operate a variety of equipment and machinery including electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, scopes, tire changers, grinders, lathes, emissions analyzer, steam cleaner, hoists, jacks, torches and welding equipment and a variety of power and hand tools
- Conduct periodical mechanical safety checks on buses as mandated by law; test vehicles for compliance with exhaust emissions standards
- Respond to service calls and perform emergency repairs as needed
- Perform lubrication, oil changes, battery maintenance, tire changes and servicing of equipment
- Process work orders and maintain records of time worked and materials used; recommend purchase of needed parts, supplies and tools
- Maintain work area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance
- Adheres to the professional code of ethics
- Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
- Perform other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Principles of gasoline and diesel-powered internal combustion engines
- Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in diagnosis, repair and maintenance of motorized equipment
- Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance
- Proper lifting techniques
- Health and safety regulations and procedures
- Use of service manuals
- Perform mechanical repair work on school buses, trucks and other gas and diesel powered automotive equipment
- Analyze combustible engine failure by using electronic test equipment
- Pass required certification, comprehension and aptitude exams
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical malfunctions and defects
- Operate shop equipment and tools
- Make major and minor repairs
- Read and use mechanical diagrams, repair manuals and parts catalogues
- Maintain routine records
- Plan and organize work
- Understand and follow oral and written directions
- Work cooperatively with others
- Lift heavy objects
- Observe legal and defensive driving practices
- 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
- Two years experience in general automotive repair
- Valid Kentucky commercial driver's license; course work toward ASE Certification
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