BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Maintains district owned vehicles in good running order. Responsible for general service and maintenance of all buses and other school owned vehicles. Provide safe, efficient transportation for students when requested to serve in the capacity of school bus driver.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

A. Service and maintain gasoline and diesel powered buses, automobiles, trucks, and other automotive equipment.

B. Diagnoses mechanical defects and carries out a preventative maintenance program.

C. Service and makes repairs on equipment such as major and minor repairs of brakes, air compressors, fuel systems, ignitions, valves, etc.

D. Establish preventative maintenance schedules for all vehicles and complete required tasks.

E. Maintain an inventory of replacement parts and fluids.

F. Diagnoses and evaluates welding needs both arc and gas.

G. Serve as a substitute bus driver.

H. Assists with snow removal.

I. Conduct safety inspection on school buses as required.

J. Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.

K. Responsible for energy conservation practices throughout the district.

L. Monitor and comply with federal, state and district policies and procedures.

M. Performs other duties as assigned.

To Apply please go to Rapid City Area Schools Career Page at www.rcas.org.