Transportation Mechanic

Employment with the Canton City School District comes with a full array of benefits.  We offer comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, a retirement plan, and sick time.

The position is 8 hours per day, 260 days per year.
 
Applicants must apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio.  Applicants MUST submit a copy of the valid commercial driver's license and any other pertinent documentation along with their application. To be eligible for the position under this examination, all applicants must be U.S. citizens or possess a valid permanent resident card.  All applicants must be high school graduates or possess a G.E.D., and have no felony convictions.

Reports to:     SUPERVISOR OF TRANSPORTATION 

Required: 

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Civil service eligibility
3. Valid School Bus Operator’s License or obtain one within a year
4. Previous experience in the repair of diesel and gasoline engines
5. Previous experience in the repair of standard and automatic transmissions
6. Previous experience in tune-up and minor body repairs
7. Previous experience in fixing and/or installation of brakes
8. Physical ability to handle materials weighing up to 100 lbs.
9. Physical ability to work in and under transportation vehicles
10. Ability to work without supervision
11. Cooperate and get along with others
12. Honesty
13. Work as a member of a team

Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of a Transportation Mechanic include, but are not limited to, the following: 

1. Diagnose and repair district automotive equipment
2. Maintains a current inventory of supplies and equipment
3. Promotes high standards of safety and good housekeeping methods in all work-connected areas
4. Establishes an efficient and effective system of routine automotive maintenance and preventive care
5. Works with highway patrol for inspection of school buses
6. Keep accurate maintenance records
7. Provides information for repairs
8. Provides information regarding the sale and trade in values of vehicles
9. Performs other duties as directed