DO Automotive/Generator Mechanic

TITLE: Automotive/Generator Mechanic QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or vocational/technical training Skill necessary for general automotive work. Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities Valid Alaska driver's license. Such alternatives to the above qualifications the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Director of Property Services JOB GOAL: To help maintain motor vehicles and diesel generators throughout the district. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assumes primary responsibility for both gas and diesel engines, for the safe condition of motor vehicles and electric generators throughout the district. This includes trucks, SUVs, school buses, snowmachines, ATV's, heavy equipment owned by the district and stand-by generators at school sites.

Operates a front-end loader, forklift, tire machine and overhead crane as needed to complete assigned jobs. Uses Snap-On diagnostic tester and a full line of mechanic tools properly. Operates both steel and aluminum welders, cutters, wire-feed, plasma cutters and oxyacetylene. Determines which repair jobs may be performed by site maintenance personnel and advises the Director.

Supervises and executes preventive maintenance work orders on all vehicles and generators that require special skills and cannot be performed by site maintenance. Instructs maintenance workers and other district employees in the safe and proper use of motor vehicles. Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase and maintains the inventory of district owned shop equipment, tools, and supplies.

Travels to and works in village sites as needed for vehicle or generator maintenance and/or repair. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Property Services. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy. AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION-EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER APPLICATIONS FROM MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED