St Johns County School District – Transportation
St Augustine
Diesel Mechanic
JOB DESCRIPTION
QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) High school graduate, general education diploma (GED) or equivalent if
education is from a country outside of the United States.
(2) Understanding of gasoline and diesel engine school buses and other
vehicles.
(3) Verification of at least one (1) year of experience in vehicle maintenance.
(4) Hold a valid school bus driver’s license issued pursuant to Section 6A-3.15,
certifying that the applicant meets all requirements of this section.
(5) Must be a five (5) year licensed driver and have a valid Commercial Driver’s
License Class “b” with “P” and “S” endorsements.
(6) Meet the District’s Safe Driver pre-employment driving history requirements to
include a screening of the driving record.
(7) Satisfy physical requirements and pass a physical exam that demonstrates good
physical and mental health and able body.
(8) Must have basic hand tools (standard and metric).
(9) Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of all tools necessary to perform responsibilities to include
computer-based diagnostic programs. Ability to communicate with others. Ability to
follow oral and written directions. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability
to plan, organize and establish priorities related to assignment. Ability to handle sensitive
information in a confidential manner. Ability to work independently and make decisions
with minimum supervision. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional and
courteous manner. Ability to answer a telephone in a professional and courteous manner.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
REPORTS TO:
Transportation Department Assistant Foreman
JOB GOAL
To perform assigned activities related to district-wide school buses and other vehicles to
assist the District in accomplishment of annual goals and state requirements. Each
employee of the St. Johns County School Board will model the six pillars (as defined by
Character Counts!) of the character education program.
SUPERVISES:
N/A
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Service Delivery
*(1) Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on all assigned School
Board vehicles.
*(2) Repair and replacing of parts as needed through the Transportation Department
Foreman.
*(3) Be on call when scheduled in the event of an emergency due to vehicle breakdown
or other emergency.
*(4) Operate a school bus when required.
*(5) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
*(6) Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
*(7) Submit to random drug testing as required by the District under the Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Administration, 49CFR Part382.
Expectations of All Employees
*(8) Meet and deal effectively with the general public, staff members, parents,
administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
*(9) Follow attendance, punctuality, proper dress code and other qualities of an
appropriate work ethic.
*(10) Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
*(11) Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
*(12) Model and maintain high ethical standards.
*(13) Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill position goals and objectives.
*(14) Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and
proficiency related to assignment.
*(15) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
*(16) Each employee of the St. Johns County School Board is charged with the
responsibility of being familiar with the Character Counts program and with
modeling the characteristics of citizenship, character education and literacy.
Inter/Intra-Agency Communication and Delivery
*(17) Exercise service orientation when working with others.
*(18) Use effective, positive interpersonal communication skills.
*(19) Respond to inquiries, concerns and communication attempts in a timely manner.
*(20) Serve on school/district committees as required or appropriate.
Professional Growth and Improvement
*(21) Engage in continuing improvement of professional skills and knowledge.
*(22) Participate successfully in the training programs, conferences and workshops as
assigned or appropriate to keep abreast of current practices, programs, legal
issues, and character education.
*(23) Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
*(24) Follow federal and state law as well as School Board policies, rules and
regulations.
*(25) Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
*(26) Represent the district in a positive and professional manner.
*(27) Demonstrate support for the school district and its goals and priorities.
*(28) Participate in cross-training activities as required.
Leadership and Strategic Orientation
*(29) Set high standards and expectations for self and others as they relate to the
district’s character program.
*(30) Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
*(31) Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for
improvement and take appropriate action.
Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
*Essential Performance Responsibilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds
of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force as needed to move objects.
A typical day’s activities include standing, walking, bending, climbing, stopping,
pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, reaching, and sitting for limited periods
only; normal finger dexterity, visual acuity (with or without corrective glasses), hearing
talking, and firm grasping are also required to carry out essential functions.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Approved unit compensation plan
12 month position
8.0 hours per day
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the
Board’s policy on evaluations of personnel.
POSITION CODE: 78024
Salary Range: $17.33 – $19.56
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
