Mechanic Assistant

Mechanic Assistant

Shallowater Independent School District Transportation - Shallowater, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5517221

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title:

Mechanic Assistant

Reports to:

Shop Foreman

Dept./School:
Transportation

Help mechanics perform routine repair and maintain on all vehicles.

Education/Certification:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel engine maintenance and repair
• Ability to perform minor mechanical repairs with supervision
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
• Ability to operate bus
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with others

Experience:

• 2 years’ experience in vehicle repair and maintenance

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance according to established preventative maintenance schedules and procedures and keep accurate, up-to-date records.
• Perform routine mechanical repairs under supervision of a mechanic.
• Disassemble simple components and clean parts for reassembly.
• Assist mechanics with lifting and maneuvering heavy parts and components.
• Requisition parts and tools as directed and pick up parts from vendors when required.
• Clean shop floors, stalls, driveways, tools, and equipment.

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Operate buses and vehicles as needed, including driving buses into shop area for repairs.
• Record use of gas and mileage for buses daily.

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Tools/Equipment Used:
Wheel balancing equipment; tire repairing equipment; small hand tools; power tools; welding torch; torque wrench; jack and lift equipment; school bus and district vehicles.

Posture:
Moderate standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion:
Moderate walking, climbing; frequent grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; moderate driving

Lifting:
Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment:
Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours;

Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Bradley Turner , Lead Mechanic
• Transportation
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