8 Hour Repair Technician - Transportation - Temporary

Bend-La Pine Schools Bend, Oregon 97703 Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations. Studies have shown that some individuals (women and people of color, for example) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification in a job description. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the position, and we acknowledge that that candidate may be an individual from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of a position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Position Title: REPAIR TECHNICIAN Department: Transportation Reports To: Transportation Fleet Services Supervisor JOB DEFINITION: Under general supervision, the Transportation Repair Technician inspects equipment for repairs and deficiencies, diagnoses malfunctions to determine cause, and adjusts, repairs, replaces, or modifies automotive equipment, parts and auxiliary systems. A position in this class may be delegated the additional responsibility for performing lead worker duties in the absence of the lead person. The Transportation Repair Technician is primarily responsible for diagnosing malfunctions, performing journey level repairs on gasoline and diesel equipment, including engine and transmission overhauls, and road-testing equipment to ensure safe operating conditions. Additional responsibilities include inspecting buses to note deficiencies as required by State law, putting on and taking off tire chains, performing preventative maintenance duties, and repairing seats. After completion of an initial orientation period, work is performed without direct supervision. Repair procedures are detailed in automotive and stationary equipment manuals and specifications prepared by the District or by equipment manufacturers. Assignments are to be received from a lead worker or supervisor in the form of verbal or written instructions. The Transportation Repair Technician works under the supervision of the Transportation Fleet Services Supervisor. The employee is required to hold a valid Oregon Class B Commercial Driver's License and a School Bus Driver's Certificate. The employee may be required to drive a bus route or shuttle as needed. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Conducts inspections of equipment in the field or in the shop to determine safety status or to identify potential causes of equipment malfunction. Conducts visual inspections of equipment in the shop to identify items not on the complaint list which may need repair or replacement and determines items needing immediate attention. Performs diagnostic inspections on automotive or other motorized or stationary equipment to identify electrical, mechanical, or other equipment problems. Drives, and operates vehicle, or uses diagnostic test equipment to identify problems and malfunctions. Must have basic computer skills to retrieve vehicle information as needed. May be required to initiate an order for parts using parts books and other sources, including contacting vendors to determine availability of parts. Performs major repairs in the shop and minor repairs in the field on a variety of gasoline or diesel powered equipment such as school buses, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, vans, cars. Operates engine analyzer and tune-up equipment, and other electrical, electronic, or mechanical testing or equipment repair tools. Repairs or replaces equipment components such as engines, automatic and manual transmissions, power trains, differentials, and axle…

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