Assistant Mechanic/Bus Driver

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

The job responsibilities for this position of Assistant Head Mechanic for Jacksonville School District #117 are listed below:

• Assist with scheduled vehicle inspections as required including under the hood inspections.
• Perform general and major repairs to buses, automobiles, and other equipment as assigned including: bulbs/bulb fixtures, switches, instrumentation, wiring, exhaust, tires, batteries, fan, pump, alternator, replacement belts, hoses, brakes, seat repair, all mechanical adjustments.
• Perform preventative maintenance including servicing the vehicles (oil changes, grease, cleaning, power washing, and maintain a written service plan and schedule.)
• Operate standard testing machines and welding equipment.
• Perform on-call emergency roadside repairs as required.
• Transport students and drive regular school bus routes as needed and as assigned.
• Maintain proficiency in vehicle repair techniques.
• Maintain garage area and grounds in a clean and orderly condition.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Exhibit support for the District’s vision, mission, goals, and objectives.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
•  Provide for a safe and secure workplace.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Follow attendance, punctuality, and proper dress rules.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors.
• Participate in workshops and training sessions as required.
• Communicate effectively with staff and vendors.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Follow all School Board policies, rules, and regulations.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

While performing job, employee is required to: (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, S = Seldom)

• Climb Ladders S
• Kneel F
• Lift/Carry > 50 lbs. F
• Push/Pull > 50 lbs. F
• Talk F Climb Stairs F
• Lift/Carry under 10 lbs. F
• Push/Pull under 10 lbs. F
• See F
• Twist F
• Crawl F
• Lift/Carry 10-25 lbs. F
• Push/Pull 10-25 lbs. F
• Squat F
• Walk F
• Hear F
• Lift/Carry 25-50 lbs. F
• Push/Pull 25-50 lbs. F
• Stoop/Bend F

Calendar/Work Schedule and Compensation:

Annual Calendar: 12 Month Calendar

Compensation:

___ Paid per the Contractual Agreement with the JEA (salaried)

___ Paid per the Contractual Agreement with the JISPA (hourly) Paid per the Contractual Agreement with the DUSA (hourly)

_X_ Paid per the Contractual Agreement with the Bus Drivers (hourly)

___ Paid per the Contractual Agreement with the Custodians/Maintenance (hourly)

___ Regionally-competitive salary (not paid per a collectively-bargained contractual agreement)

Classification:

___ Administrative

___ Supervisory

___ Confidential (non-certified, not covered under a Contractual Agreement)

___ Certified (covered under the Contractual Agreement with JEA)

___ Non-Certified (covered under the Contractual Agreement with JISPA)

___ Non-Certified (covered under the Contractual Agreement with DUSA)

_X_ Non-Certified (covered under the Contractual Agreement with Bus Drivers)

___ Non-Certified (covered under the Contractual Agreement with Custodians/Maintenance)

FLSA Status:

_X_ Non-Exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act

___ Exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act