District Vehicle Mechanic Assistant - Keep Our Buses Safe

Zapata County Independent School District; Zapata (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Zapata County Independent School District is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic Assistant in Zapata, Texas. The role supports district transportation by performing minor repairs under the lead mechanic's guidance, ensuring safe and reliable vehicles for daily use.

Qualifications include a Texas Class C license, minimum age 18, and two years of mechanic experience or a related degree/certificate. The position is full-time with an auxiliary pay range and a 223 duty-day schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver's license (Class C).
• Must be 18 years old.
• Two years of mechanic experience or a mechanic Automotive or Diesel degree/certificate.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical issues in vehicles.
• Knowledge of vehicle preventive maintenance (changing oil/filters, rotating and balancing tires, checking fluid levels, inspecting hoses, belts, lamps, and mirrors).
• Basic skills in welding and minor vehicle body work.
• Ability to operate shop tools, equipment, and machinery following safety procedures.
• Ability to drive and operate school buses and other district vehicles as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor mechanical repairs to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles.
• Under the guidance of the lead mechanic, work on assigned projects and follow established procedures to keep district transportation running safely.
• Maintain strong record-keeping of time, materials, and vehicle services.
• Collaborate effectively with district staff to support transportation operations.

Skills

Diagnostic equipment

Preventive maintenance

Welding

Shop tools operation

Vehicle operation

Record-keeping

Communication skills

Education

Mechanic experience or automotive/diesel degree/certificate

Job description

Zapata County Independent School District is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic Assistant in Zapata, Texas. The role supports district transportation by performing minor repairs under the lead mechanic's guidance, ensuring safe and reliable vehicles for daily use.

Qualifications include a Texas Class C license, minimum age 18, and two years of mechanic experience or a related degree/certificate. The position is full-time with an auxiliary pay range and a 223 duty-day schedule.