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The Mechanic II provides mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance for Plano ISD vehicles, including buses, ensuring they operate optimally. Responsibilities include routine repairs, engine overhauls, diagnostics, and adherence to district policies while communicating effectively with staff and maintaining safety standards.
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Pay Grade: 45B (Min $20.47 per hr) Work Days: 261
Primary Purpose:
- Provide mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance tasks to ensure Plano ISD vehicles, including buses, are in optimum operating condition
Qualifications: Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Valid Texas driver's license Class A or Class B CDL
- Driving record that is insurable with Plano ISD's insurance carrier
- Texas State Inspection (TSI) License or willingness to obtain TSI license
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to communicate well and deal with all people in a courteous manner
Experience:
- Two years of experience in heavy vehicle repair
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Perform routine mechanical repair requirements inclusive of repair or replacement of starters, clutches, radiators, carburetors, fuel pumps and exhaust systems
- Perform routine vehicle preventative maintenance tasks on a scheduled basis
- Analyze each job assignment and consult with motor pool Lead Mechanic to ensure materials are available
- Repair electrical systems utilizing electronic test equipment
- Overhaul engines (gas and diesel), brakes, clutches, transmissions and rear ends, as required
- Diagnose mechanical problems using test equipment, test drive vehicles and perform gas or diesel tune-ups
- Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
- Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
- Perform other functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisor
Equipment Used:
- Vehicle repair tools and equipment (including power tools, hydraulic lifts and tire changers), electronic analysis equipment, electrical test equipment, brake lathe, welding equipment and engine hoist; Plano ISD vehicles; computer and computer software
Working Conditions: Mental Demands:
- Reading; communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
- Frequently required to bend, crawl and reach to service vehicles; routinely lift and carry parts and equipment 15-50 pounds; manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion; work around moving objects or vehicles; fumes, solvents, grease and oil; may work under conditions of inclement weather
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