BASIC FUNCTION : Performs a variety of journey-level skilled activities related to the maintenance and mechanical repair of buses, vehicles and other automotive equipment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : KNOWLEDGE OF : Tool, equipment and procedures used in the general overhaul, repair and maintenance of automotive equipment.
Laws governing equipment and vehicle standard for automotive equipment.Record-keeping techniques.Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Health and safety regulations. ABILITY TO : Perform a variety of skilled activities related to the maintenance and mechanical repair of buses, vehicles and other automotive equipment.
Operate a variety of automotive tools, welding equipment, and other shop equipment.Meet schedules and time lines.Prioritize and schedule work.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Understand and follow oral and written directions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Any combination equivalent to : high school diploma or equivalent supplemented by an apprenticeship training program or equivalent and increasingly responsible experience in automotive and bus maintenance mechanic activities.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS :
- High School Diploma OR Equivalent
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Education Degree
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES : Valid California Class B driver’s license. Incumbents in this position are required to furnish their own standard automotive mechanic hand tools.
The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination. Cost of the exam will be borne by the District.
A pre-employment drug screening will also be administered. If selected for the position, out-of-district applicants must be T.
B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview.