Diesel Mechanic

Department: Transportation

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade/Level:

Amount of Travel Required: No travel is required

Work Schedule: Ability to work any day or shift

Positions Supervised: None

POSITION SUMMARY

Diagnose, adjust, repair and perform PMs on school buses, motor coaches, minibuses and gas vehicles. Includes mechanics working

primarily with automobile diesel engines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as, power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
• Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
• Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
• Rewire Ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
• Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
• Repair and adjust seats, doors, and windows, and install and repair accessories.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors.
• Align front ends and suspension systems.
• Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves.
• Basic knowledge of diesel engines, diagnostic, and repair.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

Education

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

Six months to one year related experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical AbilitiesLift /Carry

Stand (Constantly)

Walk C (Constantly)

Sit C (Constantly)

Handling / Fingering C (Constantly)

Reach Outward C (Constantly)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)

Climb O (Occasionally)

Crawl F (Frequently)

Squat or Kneel C (Constantly)

Bend C (Constantly)

Lift /Carry

10 lbs or less C (Constantly)

11-20 lbs C (Constantly)

21-50 lbs F (Frequently)

51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less C (Constantly)

13-25 lbs C (Constantly)

26-40 lbs F (Frequently)

41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable)Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)

F (Frequently)Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly)Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, gloves)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

Salary : $21 - $30