(Temporary/Substitute) Motor Pool Driver Technician

Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities

The Shasta College Physical Plant department is seeking to build a pool of qualified applicants for substitute/temporary driver work. We will respond to applications based on our current needs.

To transport students on field trips or to other sites within designated route(s) and to ensure the safety of student passengers while riding in a District bus or van. This job class is responsible for the safe operation of an assigned District bus or van while meeting established trip schedules and to assist the Motor Pool Mechanic/Foreperson or perform maintenance and repairs on District vehicles and equipment. Frequent overtime and weekend hours with overnight stays required. Interstate and intrastate travel required. Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

Examples of typical duties are descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

• Drives District vehicles in accordance with trip schedules; transports students and instructors on field trips to various locations, which may require overnight stay; plans necessary route(s) and stops as needed; adheres as closely as possible to arrival and departure times
• May transport students and/or instructors with disabilities; may transport students and/or instructors with service animals in compliance with laws, regulations and College policy and requirements; may operate a disabled persons bus or van as required
• Maintains order, proper discipline of passengers according to District policy; enforces bus riding rules; shows safety/emergency video or gives verbal instructions in emergency procedures
• Conducts safety and operational inspection for assigned bus prior to starting trip; reports needed mechanical repairs as necessary on appropriate form; performs basic necessary on-the-road repairs and makes emergency road calls as needed; performs safety and operational inspections of oil, coolant, belts, tires and batteries on District vehicles and a variety of other equipment; assists with diagnostic interpretation using state-of-the-art equipment
• Installs chains on a bus or van when road conditions deem it necessary
• Completes mileage, safety and other reports including passenger counts; keeps daily driver's log in accordance with laws and regulations including when not driving commercially
• Performs routine servicing of District vehicles and equipment including oil changes, lubrication, battery maintenance, tire changing and/or repairs, replacing of water pumps, belts, hoses, lamps, brakes; performs transmission and differential servicing and repairs defects as found; maintains cleanliness of vehicles to ensure safe operating condition; services lavatory (if equipped) at end of each trip, including dumping and refilling toilet system and cleaning all surfaces, restocking, emptying refuse; washes district vehicles as needed
• Assists the Motor Pool Mechanic/Foreperson in performing major tune-ups, repairs and overhauls of District vehicles and heavy equipment, repairs on suspension systems; performs preventative maintenance on District vehicles and equipment at regularly scheduled intervals; assists with troubleshooting for minor or major mechanical malfunctions
• Assists the Motor Pool Mechanic/Foreperson with fleet recordkeeping.
• Assists in identifying needed parts to complete repairs; estimates or assists in estimating costs, materials for repair to electrical, air, cooling or mechanical systems
• Performs periodic State and Federally-mandated inspections on commercial vehicles; prepares completed required records and documents necessary to comply with State and Federal laws and regulations and District procedures applicable to vehicle maintenance and repair; uses current fleet management software to open and close repair orders, track preventative maintenance, vehicle history, and upcoming scheduled repairs
• Assists Transportation Supervisor with relevant recordkeeping related to compliance.
• Participates in the maintenance and organization of the shop, parts room, shop equipment and tools to ensure a safe, clean and efficient work environment
• Performs other related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required

Knowledge of and compliance with:

• The California Vehicle Code, the California State Education Code, the California Code of Regulations, the Code of Federal Regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, and District policies and requirements related to the operation of vehicles used in the transport of students and related to the maintenance and repair of District vehicles and equipment
• Basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the preventative maintenance, inspection and repair of District vehicles and equipment
• Typical commercial and automotive and small engine parts and equipment
• Safe work practices, safe driving practices and operation of heavy duty commercial equipment
• Basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques

Ability to:

• Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner
• Establish and maintain proper student and instructor conduct while in a District vehicle
• Maintain a safe driving record, safely and effectively drive any District transportation vehicle
• Exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties
• Safely use and operate the tools, machines, and equipment associated with the mechanic trade
• Assist with diagnosing, determining appropriate parts and perform repairs to a variety of vehicles and mechanical malfunctions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
• Work with or without direct supervision
• Work at heights in excess of ten feet
• Operate a two-way radio
• Operate all District equipment including buses, forklifts, trucks, and truck combination vehicles
• Use an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) to maintain record of driver's hours

Experience/Education

Education/Experience Required:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• A valid and current unrestricted Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with a passenger, without an airbrake restriction
• Experience in auto and small engine repair; experience or training in heavy duty vehicle and equipment repair.
• Enrolled in the District's drug and alcohol testing program
• Enrollment in the DMV employee pull notice program

Possession of or ability to obtain within a reasonable time period established by the Supervisor. It is the responsibility of the supervisor to ensure these certifications are completed within the timeframe listed in the descriptions below.

• A valid and current Medical Certificate
• A valid and current school bus certificate, or ability to acquire within 150 days of time of hire. This will be completed during work hours and funded by the District.
• A valid and current CPR card or ability to acquire within 150 days of time of hire. This will be completed during work hours and funded by the District.
• A safe driving record
• Proper certification to operate all District equipment (i.e. fork lift, scissor lift, bucket truck, etc.)
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.