Palmer Bus Service
Description
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*Job Purpose*
The Mechanic is responsible for performing a wide range of diagnostics, repairs and maintenance on school buses and other company vehicles.
*Duties and Responsibilities*
*Essential Functions*
* Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts. * Keep equipment DOT compliant by completing preventative maintenance scheduled, including, but not limited to; installing components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, fuel, exhaust system, braking, steering, hydraulics; air/hydraulic brakes; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, valve mechanisms, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units. * Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives and visual inspections. * Maintain vehicle records by service and repair orders. * Ensure all shop equipment is maintained and in good operating condition. * Contain costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options. * Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies, ensuring orders are placed and inventory is received. * Maintain job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications. * Enhance maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. * Keep shop clean and organized. * Keep shop manager / site manager updated on repairs and maintenance.
*Other Functions*
* Attend meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions. * Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the maintenance
department.
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*
Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Strong technical knowledge acquired through education or work experience. * Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License with passenger, school bus and air brake endorsements. Must maintain once acquired * Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. * Knowledge of MNDOT inspection requirements.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Able to perform diesel engine troubleshooting, overhaul procedures and tune-up on both mechanical and electronic engines. * Able to perform maintenance and repair on electrical and electronic systems, steering and suspension, air and hydraulic brake systems. * Able to diagnose, repair and overhaul of clutch, transmission and drive axles. * Able to adhere to all safety practices. * Able to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Be reliable and capable of working independently. * Strong diagnostic skills to identify service requirements. * Be attentive to detail. * Display tact and courtesy, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. * Able to communicate with diverse groups.
Requirements
*Physical Requirements*
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
* Usually work indoors. May occasionally repair buses on the road. * Sometimes work with hazardous equipment, tools, situations, and conditions. * Wear company issued uniform. * Work inside various types of buses. Often test drive them before, during, and after repairs. * Wear protective / safety gear as required. * Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Salary Description$20.00-$28.00
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.
*Job Purpose*
The Mechanic is responsible for performing a wide range of diagnostics, repairs and maintenance on school buses and other company vehicles.
*Duties and Responsibilities*
*Essential Functions*
* Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts. * Keep equipment DOT compliant by completing preventative maintenance scheduled, including, but not limited to; installing components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, fuel, exhaust system, braking, steering, hydraulics; air/hydraulic brakes; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, valve mechanisms, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units. * Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives and visual inspections. * Maintain vehicle records by service and repair orders. * Ensure all shop equipment is maintained and in good operating condition. * Contain costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options. * Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies, ensuring orders are placed and inventory is received. * Maintain job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications. * Enhance maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. * Keep shop clean and organized. * Keep shop manager / site manager updated on repairs and maintenance.
*Other Functions*
* Attend meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions. * Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the maintenance
department.
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*
Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Strong technical knowledge acquired through education or work experience. * Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License with passenger, school bus and air brake endorsements. Must maintain once acquired * Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. * Knowledge of MNDOT inspection requirements.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Able to perform diesel engine troubleshooting, overhaul procedures and tune-up on both mechanical and electronic engines. * Able to perform maintenance and repair on electrical and electronic systems, steering and suspension, air and hydraulic brake systems. * Able to diagnose, repair and overhaul of clutch, transmission and drive axles. * Able to adhere to all safety practices. * Able to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Be reliable and capable of working independently. * Strong diagnostic skills to identify service requirements. * Be attentive to detail. * Display tact and courtesy, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. * Able to communicate with diverse groups.
Requirements
*Physical Requirements*
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
* Usually work indoors. May occasionally repair buses on the road. * Sometimes work with hazardous equipment, tools, situations, and conditions. * Wear company issued uniform. * Work inside various types of buses. Often test drive them before, during, and after repairs. * Wear protective / safety gear as required. * Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Salary Description$20.00-$28.00
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance
Work Location: In person