Fleet Mechanic I

Job Title: FLEET SERVICES MECHANIC I

Salary: $27.71 Hourly

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Department: Transportation & Fleet

Definition:

Provisional Appointment

***The required test for this job has been put on hold for now, therefore, this position will be filled on a PROVISIONAL basis. At such time an examination is given for this position, within two years of hire, the candidate serving in the position provisionally will be required to take the examination. The candidate, at that time, must pass the exam to continue employment in this position. ***

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs to the District's motor fleet, custodial, and landscaping equipment, or other machinery maintained by Fleet Services; performs related duties as required.

• Note, many of our fleet positions are for SECOND SHIFT . Upon an official offer you will begin training on first shift. After completion of training you could be required to transition to second shift.

Examples of Work:

• Performs minor repairs and maintenance to school buses and other vehicles;
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on custodial equipment and machinery such as scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, carpet cleaners, etc. to ensure proper and safe operation;
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on landscaping equipment and machinery such as mowers, string trimmers, edgers, blowers, etc. to ensure proper and safe operation;
• Troubleshoots the various systems and component parts of gasoline or electric-powered custodial and landscaping equipment and machinery;
• Inspects, adjusts, removes, repairs, and replaces parts or assemblies on electrical systems and other systems of custodial and landscaping equipment and machinery;
• Inspects, adjusts, removes, and replaces parts or components on engines and motors of custodial and landscaping equipment and machinery;
• Inspects, adjusts, and replaces carburetors, alternators, starters, and related components of mowers and related machinery;
• Performs tune-ups on custodial and landscaping equipment and machinery using diagnostic equipment;
• Tests equipment to locate and identify problems and to check on repair work prior to returning equipment to active use;
• Maintains cleanliness in work area;
• Completes necessary paperwork; uses computer or other devices to enter reports and documentation;
• Changes, mounts, dismounts, and balances a variety of tires;
• Drives District vehicles and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year of experience assisting with mechanical repairs to automotive, custodial, agricultural, or heavy machinery. Substitution(s): Successful completion of a recognized vocational automotive or agricultural technician program may be substituted for the required experience.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

By completion of the probationary period, must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License allowing the operation of vehicles with air brakes and the following endorsements: Passenger (P).

Test/Job Contact Information:

This job posting is for a PROVISIONAL position and will CREATE A NEW LIST** . The hiring department will conduct a preliminary review of your application to determine who to interview. It is the responsibility of all applicants to provide a complete list of relevant work experience (previous and current) on the application . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of listed work experience. Unless otherwise indicated, any year of required experience is based on 12 months of full time employment. Anything below 35 hours/week (or seasonal work) will be prorated. Please be sure that the job experience and education information in your profile is up to date and accurate before submitting your application. Questions regarding this process can be directed to Human Resources at .

Prior to application completion, please attach an OFFICIAL transcript or copy of degree indicating field of study, if applicable.

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability.