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Position Title: Transportation Equipment Prep Technician Immediate Supervisor: Transportation Manager Summary (Job Goal): Support the safe and orderly transportation of District students and/or staff to and from schools or other designated locations over specified routes according to specific time schedules. Ensure busses are clean, detailed and fueled. Replenish required vehicle/maintenance supplies for District vehicles to maintain a state of operating excellence. Perform light scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Act as a substitute bus driver. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.) Perform light maintenance and repairs to District vehicles such as changing light bulbs, tires, oil, windshield wipers, bumper and wheel paint touch up, etc. Assist mechanics with extensive repairs. Works closely with Operations to monitor route and extra trip schedules and prep vehicles for trips regarding fuel level and cleanliness. Maintain log of all fuel dispensed. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems in District vehicles for passenger comfort. Wash, clean and sweep all District/transportation vehicles to ensure a clean interior for passengers, including the proper cleaning / disinfecting and disposal of bodily fluids. Participate in required District training. Coordinates and oversees the summer bus cleaning/detailing operation and staff. Report any equipment damage, accidents, and injuries (staff or student) immediately to the Transportation Manager and/or appropriate authority. Prepare emergency evacuation plans and perform semi-annual evacuation drills. Moves District vehicles within the transportation area as needed. Drive District vehicles to and from outside facilities for repairs as needed. Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning equipment and fluids are available to bus drivers. General cleaning duties within the bus shop area. Pick up/ deliver parts, materials, supplies. Develop District working knowledge of all shop and transportation equipment (vans, cars, pick-ups, wreckers, buses) as well as fuel management system, automated bus wash, and bus radio and camera systems. ? Oversee maintenance of vehicle fueling equipment, bus wash equipment, snow removal equipment, and bus camera systems. ? Communicate with transportation staff members regarding equipment needs and expectations. Remove snow and other environmental materials/substances in a timely manner to ensure an efficient and safe working environment. Operate District vehicles to transport students and/or staff to and from assigned routes, following strict time schedules as directed. Provide a safe and secure environment (physically and emotionally) for students, staff and community. Obey all Federal/State laws, traffic laws and regulations; Board Policies, and Administrative Regulations and/or rules. Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections and submit completed designated inspection forms for each route/trip to ensure the safety of assigned District vehicle and passengers. Maintain safety precautions and operate assigned District vehicles in a safe and courteous manner. Follow safety rules as students and/or staff are boarding and exiting District vehicles, and as they cross streets near bus stops. Train students/riders on safety regulations and District policies/expectations and implement appropriate student management/behavior strategies. Communicate/report student behavior issues and all questionable situations or out-of-the ordinary situations to the Transportation Manager and/or appropriate authority for counsel. Appropriately operate all assigned communication equipment in a timely and professional manner.Other duties s assigned. Professional Standards: 1. Quality of work (Ensures the safe, orderly transportation of District students/staff while operating District school vehicles to/from schools or other designated locations over specified routes according to specific time schedules.) 2. Quantity of work (The amount of work performed is evidence of high productivity; industrious; accountable for own fair share of work load; seeks additional tasks) 3. Knowledge of job (Job methods, procedures, practices and responsibilities are well understood and reflected in job performance; exhibits continuous improvement and ongoing learning) 4. Creativity/Problem solving (Offers new ideas; suggests innovative and better ways of performing necessary tasks) 5. Interpersonal skills (Works collaboratively with others; courteous; polite; pleasant; promotes positive image in contacts with co-workers and District customers) 6. Dependability (Reliable; punctual; consistent attendance; completes work accurately and in a timely fashion; stable and calm in a crisis or emergency; works independently) 7. Professional appearance(Dress is acceptable for the job; appears clean, well-groomed and "professional") 8. Organizational skills (Exhibits ability to prioritize work; organizational skills enhance job productivity) 9. Safety (Provides safety and security for self and others through following proper safety procedures at all times) 10. Written/Verbal communication (Conveys information and ideas accurately and courteously to clearly met the needs of the staff/students/visitors, transfers thoughts and ideas into speech and presents clearly) 11. Managing change/adaptability (Demonstrates good understanding of organizational changes and communicates support for such change. Adapts to changes in schedule and work assignments) 12. Professional approach (Professional, positive and helpful approach with visitors and District employees. Displays loyalty toward the organization. Demonstrates a capacity to understand internal and external customer requirements and produces a professional level of service that is satisfactory) 13. Flexibility (Demonstrates openness to new organizational structures and procedures. Willingly takes direction and will modify one's preferred way of doing things) Supervisory Responsibilities: Up to 84 students while operating assigned District vehicle. Summer bus cleaning crew. Minimum Education or Experience: Must be at least 21 years of age preceding the opening of the school year. Licensure or Certification: Hold a valid Iowa CDL (Class B with passenger, air brake, and school bus endorsements). ASE certification preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Able to prioritize, organize, and accomplish assigned work. Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals. Basic knowledge required to identify vehicle conditions and/or mechanical components and chemicals which could be hazardous. Knowledge of how to safely use, post notice, and dispose of chemicals. Able to recognize problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action for resolution. Basic skills required to make minor equipment and vehicle maintenance repairs. Able to take direction and respond to requests in a courteous and helpful manner. Able to perform b