Position: Transportation Mechanic

 

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 years of age 
• High School Diploma/GED (preferred)
• Required or be eligble to obtain and maintain State School Bus Drivers Certification Course
• Required or be eligible to obtain and maintain valid Texas Commerical Drivers License with "P" and "S" endorsements
• Required or be eligible to obtain and maintain state vehicle inspection certification

 

Job Description: Responsible for the performance of directed and necessary repairs and upkeep of district fleet vehicles as outlined.

 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform state inspection on required vehicles
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and repair needed items
• Analyze and diagnose failures of all LPISD vehicles and recommend repairs as needed
• Perform major-technical repairs and overhauls of ignition systems, fuel, electrical, etc.
• Document all repair work on maintenance worksheet
• Perform necessary repairs listed on Bus Drivers and Vehicle Maintenance forms
• Perform all repairs on transportation department equipment, within the capability of the department
• Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test and subject to random testing as outlined in the LPISD Board Policy
• Other duties as assigned

 

Other Information: 

Apply online by completing the Manual Trades Licensed application at www.lpisd.org. Submit a resume, letter of interest and copy of license with your application. Three references must be provided and must include your current supervisor.

  

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

 

Pay Grade: Manual Trades, Pay Grade 5, 250 Days