Automotive Service Worker (2nd Shift)

Kern High School District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern High School District seeks a skilled automotive servicing assistant to inspect and service district buses and vehicles. You will assist mechanics in semi-skilled maintenance tasks, perform upholstery and tire work, and help keep accurate service logs and records.

The role requires driving ability and adherence to safety protocols, with related duties as assigned. A pre-employment medical and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of preventive maintenance for buses, trucks and cars.
• Knowledge of automotive parts and terminology used in repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of tools used in servicing and minor repair work.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, lubricate, service, wash, and fuel District buses and other vehicles and equipment; repair or replace upholstery, window glass, tires, and assist mechanics in semi-skilled maintenance and repair work.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Lubricating

Automotive parts knowledge

Tool usage (hand and machine)

Upholstery, glass and tire repair

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Machine tools

Hand tools

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires knowledge of the principles of preventive maintenance and methods of lubricating and servicing buses, trucks and cars; knowledge of automotive parts and terminology used in mechanical repair and maintenance work; knowledge of the use of machine and hand tools used in servicing and minor repair work; knowledge of the safe use and care of tools and equipment used to perform upholstery, glass and tire repair.

Must possess the skill to understand and follow oral and written instructions; effectively inspect and detect major mechanical vehicle problems requiring mechanical repair; perform minor body and paint work; maintain accurate records and logs; effectively service mechanical equipment and demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; perform other related duties as required.

MUST POSSESS THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CLASS \"A\" CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE.

MUST SUBMIT A RECENT DMV (3 YEAR MINIMUM) DRIVING RECORD WITH APPLICATION.

One-year automotive servicing experience and the ability to meet physical requirements of the job is necessary.

A PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL ASSESSMENT AND A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT.

DUTIES OF POSITION:

To inspect, lubricate, service, wash, and fuel Districtbuses and other vehicles and equipment; to repair or replace upholstery, window glass, tires, and to assist mechanics in the semi-skilled maintenance and repair work. Employees in this classification receive direct to general supervision from the Transportation Supervisor or his/her designate within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This class is responsible for maintaining safe vehicle operating conditions and assisting mechanics with routine servicing of District vehicles and equipment.

STARTING SALARY: $4,380.90 (monthly)

NUMBER OF MONTHS: 12 (to begin as soon as possible)

NUMBER OF HOURS: 8 (daily working hours 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.)