Mechanic Job at Ithaca City School District in Goshen

Anticipated Vacancy

Mechanic - Full-Time, 12 Months

Transportation Department

This is skilled work involving responsibility for efficient and workman-like performance of a variety

of automotive repair tasks. Instructions are received regarding the tasks to be performed, permitting some leeway

for planning the details of each assignment. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Makes general repairs on diesel and gasoline motor equipment such as trucks, buses, tractors, snow
plows, pumps and generators;

Faces valves and fits new bearings, pistons and rings;

Adjusts connecting rods and bearings;

Repairs ignition and electrical systems;

Assembles and times engines;

Repairs or overhauls brakes systems, differentials, transmissions and front and rear axles;

Straightens and welds frames and fenders;

Adjusts steering mechanisms and aligns wheels;
Operates machine shop equipment including lathes, drill presses and other metal working machines to
make and repair parts for automotive equipment;
May operate electric or acetylene welding and cutting equipment;

Operates various types of motor equipment in connection with repair work;
May be required to operate a bus, mobile unit, snow plows or other motor-driven equipment;

May be required to perform duties associated with Motor Equipment Operator as needed.