Bus Mechanic Competition #S1920-1339

Wolf Creek Public Schools requires a full-time bus mechanic at the Bus Shop in Ponoka, AB. The Ponoka bus shop is one of two main bus shops in Wolf Creek Public Schools and looks after the mechanical requirements including regulars maintenance, repair and Commercial Vehicle Inspections of approximately 50+ school buses. The fleet of school buses are primarily diesel with a few gasoline buses. Wolf Creek offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package.

Assignment

• Full-time 1.0 Bus Mechanic position, located at the Ponoka Bus Shop
• Forty hours per week
• Commencement date to be determined, mid July to early August
• Reporting directly to the Shop Foreman or Transportation Manger
• The successful candidate must be able to provide a clean drivers abstract as well as a criminal record with vulnerable record check

Required Education, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience

• A minimum of Grade 12 diploma from a recognized educational institution as approved by the Board of Education or a General Educational Development (GED) is required
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience related to transportation and fleet maintenance
• Automotive Service Technician Journeyman or Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Journeyman
• Certified to inspect light trucks trucks, trailers, transports, commercial buses and school buses (CVIP)
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and observed.
• Valid Class 2 Driver's License and 'S' endorsement preferred.
• Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office and related programs, including FleetVision
• Experienced in computer diagnosis, Cummins Insite and QuickServe preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to ensure that the quality of work meets requirements
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands and effectively manage time
• Ensure shop safety and cleanliness through understanding and abiding by safety regulations policies and procedures
• Knowledge in tracking maintenance, defect reporting, maintenance programs and repair history
• Ability to use a wide variety of repair parts technical manuals/computer programs to access information relative to the assigned duties and apply this information to the parts and preventative maintenance functions
• Ability to operate a service truck and make service calls in case of bus or vehicle breakdown
• Ability to do Medium Load Work which includes:
• Employees must be physically fit and able to handle various tasks involving lifting, bending, twisting, turning, and climbing
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Present a professional attitude and appearance

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Transportation Mechanic shall perform such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including but not restricted to the following:

• Support and maintain a preventative maintenance service program
• Be involved with the shop foreman in the review and recommend the repair and replacement of buses and fleet vehicles
• Road test vehicles to verify complaints or repairs. Consult with the shop foreman as needed about mechanical issues in regards to proper diagnosis and repairs to ensure the repair is done correctly
• Assist in the maintenance of an adequate inventory of vehicle parts and equipment
• Develop and maintain a positive working rapport with the bus operators, staff and the public
• Maintain awareness of technical developments and advancement in diagnostics, equipment, supplies and materials
• Maintain awareness of codes and regulations; converse with inspectors for regulatory agencies within the area of accountability
• Promote safe work practices in accordance with Occupational Health & Safety, Board Policy and directives by supervisors
• Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to an educational institution that provides services to children
• Be willing to engage in lifelong learning with respect to professional development, training, in-service and courses
• May be required to drive school bus as needed
• Perform other duties as may be required or assigned by the shop foreman and manager or assistant manager

Inventory, Equipment and Tools

• Expected to provide/supply own personal standard Mechanics/Hand tools
• Maintain shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Assist in the ordering of equipment and supplies and maintaining accurate records.
• Recommend replacement of existing equipment.
• Assist in an annual inventory of physical equipment and supplies.
• Assist in the upkeep and appearance of shop and parking lot areas.
• Other duties assigned.

Judgment, Independence, and Client Contact

Confidentiality:

At no time should a Transportation Mechanic discuss in public, information pertaining to anyone in the School Division. A Transportation Mechanic is expected to respect the confidential nature of the position by avoiding discussion about any topics that are not formally communicated to the public by the administration of the school or the School Division. Breaching confidentiality is a serious violation of acceptable conduct.

Independence:

The Transportation Mechanic is expected to work independently and as a team member of the Transportation Department, all schools and the division office as required.

Client/Peer Contact:

This employee works collegially/professionally with all school staff, school-based administration and other division-based staff. Contact with other employees and outside agencies is regular and frequent.

Responsibility for Quality of Assigned Work

The employee is under supervision and is responsible for the quality of the work and is expected to seek clarification and direction on any matters of concern.

Application: Please forward cover letter, resume, and applicable certification to:

Mrs. Betty Clark, Transportation Manager

Wolf Creek Public Schools

4900 54 Street, Ponoka, AB.

Email:betty.clark@wolfcreek.ab.ca

Phone: ***

Fax: ***

Please Note: We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview for this competition will be contacted.