Mechanic

Position Type:Transportation/MechanicDate Posted:4/2/2026Location:District-WideDate Available:as soon as possibleClosing Date:Until FilledJOB DESCRIPTIONTitle: MechanicFLSA Status: non-exemptReports To: Transportation ManagerPay Range: Classified salary schedulePrepared/Revised Date:Work Year: 260 daysSUMMARY: Responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing District school buses, support vehicles, and other equipment. Maintains accurate records on work performed; assists other service technicians as required. Fills in as sub driver as assigned.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks performed to achieve the purpose of this job. The frequency of each task is listed as follows: (D) daily, (W) weekly, (M) monthly, (Q) quarterly, or (A) annually. Also listed is the percentage of time each task requires on an annual basis. The total, including the percentage allocated to "other duties as assigned, "equals 100%.Job Tasks DescriptionsFrequency% of timeDiagnose and perform repairs on all school vehicles and equipment, including minor body repair.D50Perform routine preventive maintenance on all school vehicles and equipment.W/M10Perform yearly inspections on all required school vehicles at their required times.Q5Maintains current maintenance and inspection records on all school district vehicles and equipment, to include all annual and mileage services.M5Order and purchase repair parts and supplies as needed and approved by the Transportation Manager.W5Cover for drivers in case of emergency.W5Maintain a clean and safe bus barn facility, tools, and vehicle parking area.D5Respond to service calls, working in adverse weather, to assist vehicles that break down en-route by performing on the scene repairs or obtaining professional services when needed.As needed5Assist in developing specifications for new buses and support vehicles.Y3Attend CDE workshops, classes, and meetings as determined by the Transportation Manager.Y2Perform other duties as assigned.M5TOTAL=100%EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or equivalent.Minimum of 21 years of age.Must have a good driving record, and possess or be willing to obtain CDL with P2S endorsement within one month after entering position.Current CDE annual inspector qualification certificate (including air brake) required within six months after entering position.Some knowledge of medium duty truck mechanics, auto body and paint preferred. Operating knowledge of and experience with computer diagnostic equipment, volt and ohm meters, welding, and cutting torch.TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:Must pass a prescribed DOT physical examination administered by a licensed physician that has been approved by the employing agency.The employee must have a First Aid certificate within 90 days of initial employment and kept current thereafter.The employee shall be subject to controlled substance and alcohol testing pursuant to the Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Rule, 49CFR 382.Shall provide to the school district or work to obtain within 6 months a Brake Inspector Qualification Certificate meeting the requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, 49 CFR section 396.25.Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.The employee is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.The employee should have basic computer skills in order to effectively utilize available technology.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:Requires a valid Colorado driver's licenseRequires a CDL Class B licenseRequires both "P" Passenger and "S" School Bus endorsementsREPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: Reports to: Transportation ManagerDirect Reports: NoBUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY: Budget FunctionResponsibilitySoleParticipateRecommendNot ApplicableDevelop a BudgetXAdminister a BudgetXMonitor a BudgetXCoordinate a BudgetXInitiate a RequisitionXPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: PHYSICAL ACTIVITIESAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3StandXWalkXSitXUse hands to finger, handle or feelXPHYSICAL ACTIVITIESAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Reach with hands and armsXClimb or balanceXStoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlXTalkXHearXTasteXSmellXWEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDSAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 poundsXUp to 25 poundsXUp to 50 poundsXUp to 100 poundsXMore than 100 poundsXMENTAL FUNCTIONSAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3CompareXAnalyzeXCommunicateXCopyXCoordinateXInstructXComputeXSynthesizeXEvaluateXUse Interpersonal SkillsXCompileXNegotiateXWORK ENVIRONMENTAmount of TimeNoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) XWork near moving mechanical partsxWork in high, precarious placesXFumes or airborne particlesXToxic or caustic chemicalsXOutdoor weather conditionsXExtreme cold (non-weather)XExtreme heat (non-weather)XRisk of electrical shockXWork with explosivesXRisk of radiationXVibrationXVISION DEMANDSREQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOBNo special vision requirementsClose vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)XDistance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)XColor vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)XPeripheral visionXDepth perceptionXAbility to adjust focusXNOISE LEVELLevel of noise typical in the work environment for this jobVery quietQuietModerateXLoudVery loud