Transportation Mechanic

Transportation Mechanic JobID: 3000 Position Type: Transportation/Mechanic Date Posted: 9/26/2025 Location: Transportation Dept   Additional Information: Show/Hide TITLE: Bus Maintenance (Transportation)/Licensed QUALIFICATIONS: * 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