Mechanic Heavy Duty Journeyman - Vehicle Maintenance

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Arizona State Retirement System

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance pay

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a skilled mechanic to diagnose and repair district vehicles, ensuring safe, available fleets for buses and support vehicles.

The role requires five years of mechanical work with diesel experience, journeyman credentials, and a valid AZ driver's license. Training may lead to a Class B CDL with endorsements; ASE certification preferred. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Five years mechanical with minimum three years diesel experience.
• Skills and experience of journeyman mechanic.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship and/or proof of equally satisfactory experience.
• Ability to obtain a class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.
• Valid, or ability to obtain, ADEQ vehicle emissions license.

Responsibilities

• Regular and on-time attendance required.
• Diagnose and correct all types of engine problems from tune-up to complete engine and transmission overhauls.
• Inspect, diagnose and make minor repairs on district vehicles (i.e. buses, automobiles, vans and trucks).
• Make service calls for emergency repairs and operate light towing equipment for vehicle recovery.
• Check buses for safety conformance and compliance.
• Determine and follow safe work procedures and keep shop area maintained and free from hazards.
• Perform required paperwork and record keeping in a timely, neat and legible manner.
• Estimate time and cost repairs of equipment.
• Lubricate, adjust and service equipment.
• May drive any school bus and/or any school van safely to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions (field trips, athletic events) for absent bus drivers.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Skills

Five years mechanical experience

Diesel engine experience

Journeyman mechanic experience

Valid AZ Driver’s License

Apprenticeship completion or equivalen

Ability to obtain Class B CDL with P&S

ADEQ vehicle emissions license ability

Education

High School education or equivalent

ASE certification

Job description

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.
  

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.
  

Employment Type

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly

$24.97

Class/Calendar

B25, 12 months

Benefits

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay

Available annually

New Hire Experience

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary

To diagnose, using computer software, and perform repairs on district vehicles; and to ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.

All Transportation employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing and alcohol testing, as well as random testing throughout employment. Due to federal safety regulation, this includes marijuana/THC/CBD. Any employee having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Diagnose and correct all types of engine problems from tune-up to complete engine and transmission overhauls
• Inspect, diagnose and make minor repairs on district vehicles (i.e. buses, automobiles, vans and trucks)
• Make service calls for emergency repairs and operate light towing equipment for vehicle recovery
• Check buses for safety conformance and compliance
• Determine and follow safe work procedures and keep shop are maintained and free from hazards
• Perform required paperwork and record keeping in a timely, neat and legible manner
• Estimate time and cost repairs of equipment
• Lubricate, adjust and service equipment
• May drive any school bus and/or any school van safely to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions (field trips, athletic events) for absent bus drivers
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

• Five years mechanical with minimum three years diesel experience
• Skills and experience of journeyman mechanic
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship and/or proof of equally satisfactory experience
• Ability to obtain a class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
• Valid, or ability to obtain, ADEQ vehicle emissions license

Preferred Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent
• ASE certification

Skills & Competencies

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to operate vehicle maintenance repair facility equipment (i.e. brake drum lathe, laptop diagnostics)
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work overtime and to change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends, night shift, swing shift, holidays)
• Willingness to pursue educational goals to maintain basic job skills
• Proficient in diagnostic testing equipment of automotive and maintenance shops
• Ability to work outside in either heat or cold; to lift and/or move 75 lbs

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties

Physical Demands

• Ability to pull, reach, push, bend, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and sit
• Regularly climbs ladders, crouches, or reaches into tight spaces (e.g., under vehicles)
• Using repetitive hand motions or manual dexterity
• Strong reflexes for steering, braking, and maneuvering the vehicle safely
• Speaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction)
• Maintaining focus for extended periods
• Uses hand and power tools that require good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Lifting & Force

• Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force
• Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force
• Occasionally: up to 50-100 pounds of force

Working Environment

• Drivers work both inside the vehicle and outdoors when inspecting or fueling the vehicle
• Exposure to fumes, dust, chemicals (e.g., cleaning solvents, oils, anti-freeze)
• Travel, odors, dust, and outside elements
• Limited workspace, loud noises, and bloodborne pathogens
• Indoor garage or workshop with exposure to noise, grease, oil, and mechanical equipment
• Occasional outdoor work, especially if performing maintenance on-site (e.g., school parking lots or during road calls)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.