Bus Maintenance

School Bus DriverMinimum Qualifications: Valid Illinois licensed bus driver Mechanical expertise A satisfactory driving record as revealed through checks with the National Driver Register Service and the Secretary of State's Driver Services Section, a satisfactory work history and a record free of criminal convictions Must be able to do basic physical and visual activities Be able to drive a school bus when needed.Reports to: Transportation Director Contract year: 12 months Salary: Subject to non-certified salary scheduleThe basic functions of this position:Maintain the fleet of all district owned vehiclesFollow guidelines established by the Illinois School Bus Driver Training Curriculum and the State of Illinois licensing requirementsPerform all duties assigned by the Transportation DirectorMajor Responsibilities:Vehicle MaintenanceService all vehicles according to service schedule, keeping them in efficient working condition. (Grease, oil, and filter change)Repair mechanical breakdownsRegularly inspect exhaust, fuel, and cooling systems, carrier bearings, U-joints, etc. and make necessary repairs as directedCheck all tires, batteries, etc., prior to resuming service after vacation periodsReport inventory of oil, filters, and most needed spare parts, etc. to Transportation DirectorPerform regular cleaning of the school-owned vehiclesPerform inspection and any needed repairs of the brake system on the school buses as required on the IDOT inspection report as directedShop MaintenanceMaintain shop equipmentStore supplies and parts in an orderly systemClean the bus garage, as time permitsBe responsible for the security of the garage and equipmentRecord KeepingMaintain accurate records of bus service for state and federal transportation reportsSubmit accurate records of vehicle and service expenses to Transportation DirectorSubmit records needed to pay bills and complete state and/or federal reports to Transportation Director as requestedMiscellaneousTransport vehicles to state inspections, as directedTransport vehicles for warranty work during the warranty period as scheduledRespond to phone and radio-to-garage messagesPick-up and deliver materials/supplies within and outside of district boundaries as requestedComplete other duties as assigned by Transportation Director