Fleet Specialist III (260 Days)

• Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency) required
• Minimum three (3) years auto/truck maintenance and repair experience
• Meet TEA qualifications for school bus drivers or obtain within 6 months of employment 
• Posses and maintain proper bus driving certification or obtain within 6 months of employment 
• Possess a current Texas Class “A” or “B” Commercial Driver’s License, with “P” and “S” endorsements or obtain within 6 months of employment 
• Must be able to drive a vehicle with airbreaks
• Knowledge of school bus/automotive mechanical components
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred
• Ability to work shifts as needed.
• Ability to use time wisely to ensure proficient and effective operations
• Minimum of four (4) ASE Automotive Certifications (Automotive  A1-A-8 or Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T1-T6, or School Bus S1-S7) or obtain ASE certifications within 18 months of 18 months of employment, or TASBT Texas Association of School bus Technicians equivalent.
• Possess and maintan airbreak certification
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and effectively perform repairs for all vehicles.  This will include removal/replacement of engines, fuel systems, electrical, and diagnose transmissions (RR)
• Knowledge of Service Maxx, Diamond Logic builder, Cummins In-site, Mercedes, Detroit, and Alison doc programs
• After treatment systems including EGR Valves EGR Coolers, SCR, DPF. DOC and Injector Diagnostics
• Turbo Chargers-Cylinder Cutout test-Leak down test-High Pressure pump test-ICP & IPR
• Ability to diagnose minor mechanical problems and perform repairs without supervision
• Ability to operate tools and equipment involved in vehicle repair
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts
• Acceptable communications, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
• Ability to pass required bus driver safety training
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to operate a school bus

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

• Service vehicles according to established preventive maintenance schedule.
• Rotate and balance tires, change oil and filters, lubricate vehicle parts, inspect and replace hoses, belts, mirrors, lamps, and maintain all fluid levels.
• Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
• Maintain accurate and updated records of preventive maintenance.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and services.
• Diagnoses mechanical problems of vehicles.
• Promotes high standards of safety and acceptable housekeeping methods in all working areas.
• Performs mechanical duties such as a general mechanics functions and recognition and repair of all safety equipment.
• Operate engine hoist and forklift as required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.