Compensation

Salary Schedule

Overview

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of automotive vehicles and other similarly related mechanical equipment. Employees in this classification function as assistant to fleet mechanic personnel in the servicing of district vehicles. Position performs routine service duties such as fueling buses, checking oil levels, changing belts and inspecting vehicle conditions for road worthiness. Performs related work as directed.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResponds to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous and empathetic manner representing OCPS in a positive light.Assists fleet mechanic personnel in the servicing, maintenance and repair of district vehicles, such as removing and replacing radiators, water pumps, brakes, and other automotive components.Drains engine oil, replaces filters, and replaces oil to proper level; checks various fluid levels and adds fluid as required, i.e., transmission fluid, washer fluids, radiator coolant.Performs various minor repairs within the scope of abilities, i.e., changing belts and windshield wipers, removing and replacing mirrors and bulbs.Performs various routine preventive maintenance activities, i.e., checking air and tire pressure levels, evaluating belt integrity and tension conditions, examining engine compartments for potential component failures.Refuels vehicles and operates the district’s refueling station; ensures maintenance of accurate fuel use logs for district accounting purposes.Performs routine cleaning and washing of district vehicles, and assists with various routine cleaning and custodial duties of the garage area.Retrieves and delivers various materials, supplies, and automotive components and parts as directed.Performs inspection duties in evaluating vehicle conditions for road worthiness, and in responding to concerns regarding defects or non-conformance with Department of Transportation and other pertinent regulatory standards.Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.Responsible for timely and accurate information they maintain as part of their job responsibilities.The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class.The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.MARGINAL FUNCTIONSWhile the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.Performs related duties as directed.MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or GED; supplemented by six months to one year previous experience in basic automotive or small equipment service and repair, demonstrating mechanical aptitude and ability to maintain basic activity and numerical records; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Commercial driver’s license, Class B with Passenger Endorsement within six (6) months of obtaining this position.PERFORMANCE APTITUDESData Utilization: Requires the ability to calculate, compute, summate, and/or tabulate data and/or information. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of obtaining information or clarifying details. Performs such within well-established policies, procedures and standards.Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of fleet vehicles and servicing equipment.Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and advisory data and information.Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Involves routine work according to clearly prescribed standard practices, with some latitude for independent judgment.Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.ADA COMPLIANCEPhysical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).Sensory Requirements: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination.Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, smoke, dusts, pollen, temperature and noise extremes, and toxic/poisonous agents.The Orange County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions of the job when such individuals request an accommodation.