Description:
Job Purpose
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of basic vehicle maintenance on school buses and other company vehicles. Updating invemtory and ordering system.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions
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Apply lubricants to the moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear and ensure optimal engine performance.
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Lubricate wheel bearings to prevent excessive tire wear.
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Perform engine cleaning to prevent rust formation.
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Replace cabin, fuel, air and oil filters as required.
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Perform tire rotations to ensure even tire wear.
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Test tire pressure and add air as needed.
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Inspect fleet vehicles for oil leaks.
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Inspect fleet vehicles for additional service issues
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Assist with mechanic as needed.
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Ensure all shop equipment is maintained and in good operating condition.
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Keep shop clean and organized.
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Keep mechanic updated on repairs and maintenance.
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Bus washing and maintaining the grounds are going to be key functions for the role.
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Maintain building and grounds
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Monitor and clean fleet vehicles
Other Functions
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Be able to input shop orders into computer
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Be able to use computer with efficiency and competency
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Be able to use company software with inventory of shop parts and supplies
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Attend meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
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Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the maintenance department.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
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Basic technical knowledge acquired through education or work experience.
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Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License with passenger, school bus and air brake endorsements. Must maintain once acquired
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Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
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Able to perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
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Able to adhere to all safety practices.
Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
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Be reliable and capable of following work directions.
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Basic diagnostic skills to identify service requirements.
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Be attentive to detail.
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Display tact and courtesy, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
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Able to communicate with diverse groups.
Requirements:
Physical Requirements
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
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Usually work indoors. May occasionally repair buses on the road.
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Sometimes work with hazardous equipment, tools, situations, and conditions.
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Wear a company issued uniform.
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Work inside various types of buses. Often test drive them before, during, and after repairs.
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Wear protective / safety gear as required.
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Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
