Transportation Mechanic

Position Type: Transportation/MechanicDate Posted: 9/26/2025Location: Transportation DeptTITLE: Bus Maintenance (Transportation)/LicensedQUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. Have the ability to assist in making the necessary repairs to the school bus fleet, maintenance vehicles, and other gas or diesel equipment. CDL or ability to obtain CDL within four months of employment. Hold appropriate license Additional criteria as the Board may establish. REPORTS TO: Transportation Foreman and Transportation Supervisor SUPERVISES: NONE JOB GOAL: To work under the direction of the Bus Mechanic to make necessary repairs to all board owned vehicles. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in the repair and preventive maintenance to buses, vehicles and all fuel powered equipment. Assist in conducting inspection of the buses. Work with the Mechanic on repair or recovery of buses before and after normal working hours. Report any work you have completed to the Bus Mechanic so records can be maintained. Complete a daily time and dispatch log. Requisition supplies, parts and equipment as needed under the direction of the Bus Mechanic. Responds to emergency situations whenever they occur and assists other maintenance personnel in resolving the problem. Wash and clean buses. Clean work area at the end of day. Reports job-related injuries within 48 hours of work accident to the immediate supervisor. "Job-related injuries" include, but are not limited to, any accident or illness which involves loss of consciousness, restriction of work or motion, or medical treatment. Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the Director of Operations may assign. PROFESSIONAL ETHICS: Collaborates and communicates effectively and respectfully with colleagues and the community to promote growth and to accomplish the district's mission. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality and notifies appropriate personnel of absences and late arrivals in a prompt manner, as per district procedures. Complies with all district rules and policies. Ensures proper care of supplies, electronics/computers and other equipment. Maintains his/her assigned area and its environment in a manner conducive to a professional working environment. Participates in activities to improve professional competence, including those activities required by the board. Oversees the maintenance of current records and reports as assigned. Projects a well-groomed, professional appearance. Accepts and implements assistance and resources designed to improve or enhance performance. Contributes to achieving the district's mission. Is courteous to faculty, staff and the public. Recognizes and respects the rights and property of other employees and the public. Exhibits professional and ethical conduct. Exercises proper judgment and refrains from conduct which reduces or causes a loss of his/her effectiveness in the profession. Adheres to all deadlines set by board policy. Exhibits positive personal behavior and avoids improprieties or the appearance of improprieties. Maintains confidentiality of all matters related to student and employee matters. Reports job-related injuries within 48 hours of a work accident to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to the DeSoto Parish School Board's Sexual Harassment Policy to be found at File: GAEAA. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve Months EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated at least once annually in accordance with Board Policy. FSLA: Nonexempt

Created: 2025-11-12