CAR MECHANICS (DIAGNOSE)& BUS DRIVERS_NORWAY

PROFESSIONAL AND RESPONSIBLE

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS: Line automotive mechanic: Knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment, and maintenance of truck, bus and automotive equipment. Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, and equipment of the truck, bus, and automotive mechanic trades; knowledge of the operation of internal combustion engines, ignition and of other systems; knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, on-board computer systems, air brake systems and automatic transmissions. Must have the ability to learn and operate technical test equipment and proper test procedures for individual systems. Ability to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions and to test repaired equipment. Ability to supervise assistants and to work effectively with others. Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools used in the automotive repair work. Good communications and human relations skills. Completion of MCPS Auto Mechanics Test at required score. Automotive body repair mechanic: Knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment, and maintenance of truck, bus, and automotive body repair equipment and working knowledge of the standard practices, tools, methods, and equipment used in the repair and painting of automotive bodies. Ability to diagnose structural defects, provide damage estimates, and make proper adjustments and body repairs to a wide variety of truck, bus, and automotive equipment. Ability to supervise assistants and work effectively with others. Considerable skill in the application of methods and techniques used in the truck, bus, and automotive body repair mechanic craft and in the use and care of pertinent tools, equipment, and facilities. Good communications and human relations skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Four years experience in the field of automotive repair/or apprenticeship training program/ASE certification (i.e. heavy truck or school bus and electronics);
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Possession of a complete set of truck, bus, and automotive mechanic tools appropriate for job assignment.
Ability to work overtime as required. May be required to attend training courses/programs in order to learn new automotive equipment and repair procedures, update skills, etc.

PAID OVERTIME: Yes

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Line Automotive Mechanic) Performs general automotive repair work on buses, automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other vehicular equipment.

Inspects, adjusts, and replaces/repairs necessary units and related parts as needed. Repairs and diagnoses problems on cooling systems, fuel and exhaust systems, diesel and gasoline engines, and a wide variety of electrical systems. Completes front end alignments and repairs on steering and suspension systems. Performs repairs on chassis units, brake systems, air and hydraulic, replaces clutches, standard and automatic transmissions, differential and steering units. Road tests equipment to locate defects and to check repair work. As directed, operates school bus or other automotive equipment. Performs routine maintenance of shop equipment. May be required to run road and service calls for disabled buses, maintenance trucks, etc. Performs related work as required. Straightens, repairs and/or replaces damaged bodies, doors, fenders, grills, bumpers, frames, cross members and other metal fixtures. Cleans and prepares surfaces, applies fillers, mixes and blends paint as required, applies masking tape and primers, and paints vehicles. Road tests equipment to locate defects and check repair work. As directed, operates school bus or other automotive equipment. Performs related work as required.

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