Fleet Services Mechanic II



Job Details

Fleet Services Mechanic II
Employer

Columbus City Schools

Salary

$22.35 Hourly

Location

Columbus, OH

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

17-6630-C1

Department

Transportation

Opening Date

04/17/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Definition

Under direction, is responsible for performing skilled repairs to the District's diverse fleet of school buses, automobiles, and other automotive equipment maintained by Fleet Services; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

Removes and installs engine rings, pistons, rod bearings, head gaskets, cam bearings, and lifters;

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles to ensure proper and safe operation;

Operates computerized diagnostic and analytical equipment to troubleshoot and repair fleet vehicles;

Measures, inspects, or replaces camshafts, crankshafts, and cylinder walls;

Inspects, repairs, and replaces brakes, to include hydraulic and air brake systems, anti-lock brakes, and brake components;

Inspects, adjusts, removes, and replaces parts or components on engines and drivelines;

Performs work on electrical systems to include installing batteries and terminals, repairing and adjusting lights, replacing alternators and starters, and other related electrical components;

Performs road tests to locate and identify problems and to check on repair work prior to returning vehicles and equipment to active use;

Makes road and service calls to retrieve broken down and damaged vehicles and equipment;

Changes, mounts, dismounts, and balances a variety of tires;

Diagnoses and repairs anti-lock brake systems in hydraulic and air brake systems;

Tests electrical systems using devices such as ammeters, voltmeters, diagnostic scanners, gauges, and other measuring devices;

Drives and operates District vehicles and service truck equipment;

Repairs and replaces windows and frames;

Maintains accurate records;

Maintains cleanliness in work area;

May rebuild differential assemblies replacing ring gear, pinion gear, bearings, yoke spider gears, and seals;

May repair other gasoline, diesel, or electric powered equipment and machinery as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience as a Fleet Services Mechanic I with Columbus City Schools or two (2) years of experience performing major repairs in a commercial fleet or automotive repair shop.

Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License allowing the operation of vehicles with air brakes and the following endorsements:  Passenger (P) and School Bus (S).

By completion of the probationary period must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.

Test/Job Contact Information

The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be MERGED with the names on the current eligible list.  If you are interested in having your name included on the eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period indicated above and successfully complete all phases of the testing process.  Questions regarding this process can be directed to Human resources at classifiedservices@columbus.k12.oh.us.

The examination process will consist of a multiple-choice exam weighted 100% covering knowledge of parts, operation, diagnosis of defects, and repair of gasoline and diesel engines, electrical systems, carburetors and governors, steering systems, brake systems, and drive line systems.

Approved applicants will be notified by email of their scheduled test date and time.
 
Candidates must bring a valid Class A or B CDL to the test.
 
All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score.  The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years.  If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and may include a pre-employment drug test. 

The certification process will be the top 10 candidates on the eligible list, or top 25% of the list, whichever is greater, based on overall test score.
 
Columbus City Schools is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce.  Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
 
Columbus City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.
 

Benefits vary according to bargaining unit contract provisions and/or job classification.

01
Do you have 2 years of experience as a Fleet Services Mechanic I with Columbus City Schools?
  • yes
  • no
02
Do you have 2 years of experience performing major repairs in a commercial fleet or automotive repair shop?
  • yes
  • no
03
Do you have a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License allowing the operation of vehicles with air brakes and the following endorsements: Passenger (P) and School Bus (S)?
  • yes
  • no

* Required Question

Employer
Columbus City Schools
Address
270 E. State Street

Columbus, Ohio, 43215
Phone
614-365-5000

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