Mechanic Assistant

District; Arizona; On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District District in Rio Rico, Arizona is seeking a Mechanic Assistant to perform basic maintenance on school buses, fuel vehicles, check tires, and assist in keeping bus barn facilities clean. This role also includes performing minor plumbing/electrical/carpentry tasks as needed and serving as a substitute bus driver.

A high school diploma and some maintenance experience are preferred.

Job description

Mechanic Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5929871

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUMMARY: Under basic supervision, provides basic maintenance to school buses to include fueling, airing tires, and lighting fixtures. Serves as substitute bus driver.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cleans and washes buses; details upholstery.
• Assists mechanics; fuels buses and checks air in tires and oil levels daily.
• Maintains and cleans bathrooms and other areas in and around bus barn.
• May perform minor plumbing, electrical, or carpentry work as assigned.
• Serves as substitutive bus driver.
• Completes other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; AND one (1) year of experience performing various maintenance tasks; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Arizona issued Commercial Driver’s License.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Arizona School Bus Driver Certification.

Required Knowledge of:

• Vehicle maintenance methods and techniques.
• District and Department policies and procedures.
• All duties and responsibilities required of a Bus Driver.

Required Skills in:

• Fueling and maintaining buses or large vehicles.
• Conducting various maintenance tasks.
• Operating commercial equipment.
• Practicing methods involved in providing quality customer service.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is performed in District bus barn. May be exposed to dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.53 Per Hour