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Mechanic - Vehicle

@ Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
United States
$17/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Punctuality, Observe laws, Maintain vehicles
Requirements Summary:CDL with passenger endorsement; High school diploma or GED; Texas Bus Driver Certification; five years of truck mechanic experience; valid driver’s license.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Diesel engine maintenance, Vehicle repair tools, Hand tools, Drill press, Grinder, Air-powered tools, Torch, Jack, Lift equipment
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Job Description
    Mechanic - Vehicle JobID: 2452
  • Position Type:
      Transportation

  • Date Posted:
      9/25/2025

  • Location:
      Transportation Department

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    PRIMARY PURPOSE:
    To maintain school district vehicles (buses, trucks, vans, mowers, tractors, forklifts with diesel and gasoline fuels) in good, sound, and safe condition. 
     
    QUALIFICATIONS:
                Education/Certification:
                High school diploma or GED
                Certification in areas of responsibility
                CDL License with passenger endorsement
                Valid Texas Bus Driver Certification
     
                Special Knowledge/Skills:
                Advance knowledge of diesel and fuel engineer maintenance and repair
                Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs independently
                Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
                Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
                Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
                Ability to pass bus driver safety training, including First Aid and CPR training
                Acceptable driving record
                Ability to operate school vehicles, including school buses
                Ability to read and comprehend work orders and route descriptions
                Ability to adjust to and deviate from a route under varying traffic/weather conditions
                Ability to administer first aid when necessary
     
                Experience:
                Five (5) years experience in truck mechanics.
     
    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
     

     
    1. Punctuality.
    2. Observes all State and Federal laws concerning the transportation of students and operation of a bus and maintenance vehicles on the road.
    3. Originates and executes daily paperwork necessary to the department.
    4. Possibility exits of carrying or pulling students to safety.
    5. Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions
    6. Ability to perform basic first aid procedures when necessary
    7. Attend in-service meetings for new and remedial training.
    8. Supports all Local Board Policies.
    9. Be responsible for the repair and general maintenance of all District vehicles.
    10. Keep an inventory and be responsible for assigned tools and equipment.
    11. Maintain safety standards when operating tools, equipment and vehicles.
    12. Mechanic should be dressed in a moderate and suitable way that will not hinder the operation of machines or a school vehicle, only closed shoes are acceptable. 
    13. Work cooperatively with other personnel and departments in maintaining school district vehicles in top conditions.
     
    EQUIPMENT USED:
    School bus and district vehicles.  Hand tools, drill, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, torch, jack, and lift equipment.
     

    WORKING CONDITIONS:
     
                Mental Demands:
                Reading and comprehension of reading materials: ability to communicate effectively,
                verbally and in writing; ability to operate a computer.
     
                Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: 
                Operate district vehicles, repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer.  Walking,
                Standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
                Work outside and inside, around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving
                parts.  Exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, exhaust fumes, gasoline,
                and diesel fuel.
     
     

    Calendar: 250 work days
    Minimum: $17.41 per hour