Mechanic III

Douglas County School District; Parker (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution seeks a Mechanic III to maintain its fleet of school buses and support vehicles. The role involves detailed inspections and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and demonstrate both technical skill and collaborative teamwork.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Must obtain Air Brake Certification and CDL.
• Experience in maintaining diesel and gas-powered vehicles.
• Ability to follow federal and district regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain district transportation vehicles including buses and trucks.
• Act as a technical resource for new mechanics and address mechanical issues.
• Identify and report out of service criteria to shop supervisor.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Effective oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Cummins engine diagnostic computer

Snap-On handheld diagnostic scanner

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Job Posting Title

Mechanic III

Job Description

Responsible for maintaining district light/medium/heavy duty diesel and gas powered school buses, warehouse trucks and support vehicles including snow removal equipment, and conforming to federal, Department of Transportation (DOT), Colorado Department of Education (CDE), manufacturer maintenance specifications and Douglas County School District rules, regulations and guidelines per Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR). Must be able to obtain CDE and CDL.

Responsibilities

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

• Inspect diesel and gas engines for repairs.
• Service district generators.
• Act as a technical resource for new fleet mechanics, including training, demonstrating, and answering questions.
• Act as a technical resource to the District and CDE regarding transportation safety issues and mechanical issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Identify out of service criteria with the air system issues including air compressors, air dryers, air lines, governors, air valves, relay valves, check valves and safety valves. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect air and hydraulic brake systems (Antilock Brake System (ABS) and standard). Identify all components of the brake system including brake shoes, pads, drums, rotors, bearings, warning systems (lights and buzzers) and the Electronic Control Module (ECM) operation. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect air conditioning systems, engines, transmissions, ABS brakes, batteries, electrical systems, wiring problems, electrical and mechanical problems and faults by using diagnostic equipment including DVOM multi-meter, PC based software, laptops and hand-held scanners. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect rear axle, springs, air suspension, air bags, spring hangers, spring pins, bushings, torque rods, swing arms, line, hoses, hubs, driveline u-joints, axle shaft, seals, bearings, shocks differentials or gears as needed. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect front-end, ball joints, kingpins, steering links, tie rods, drag links, steering gear, steering wheels, steering shafts, power steering pump, hoses, shocks, springs, spring hangers, shackles, spring pins and bushings. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect air and exhaust systems and turbochargers, air to air after coolers, manifolds, plumbing and piping for exhaust system safety check and modifications as needed. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect fuel system and identify pumps, injectors, injection pumps, mechanical/electronic controls, throttle body assemblies, line, hoses, tanks that may require further troubleshooting. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Inspect automatic and standard transmissions and troubleshoot operational issues within same systems. Identify all out of service criteria to the shop supervisor immediately.
• Identify flaws in vehicle designs. Identify sheet metal that will require minor body repairs.
  
  

Certifications

AIr Brake Certification - CDOT, Commercial Driver License Class B - Colorado Dept of Transportation, CPR - Red Cross, Emission License (Gas & Diesel) - CDOT, First Aid - Red Cross, Inspector Certification - CDOT

Education

High School or Equivalent

Skills

Collaborative team player, Effective oral and written communication skills., Frequently required to instruct, compute, evaluate and use interpersonal skills., Maintains a generally positive attitude., Must be able to obtain knowledge and use of pro link and Snap-On handheld diagnostic scanner required within 12 months of hire., Observes all District policies and procedures., Operating knowledge of Cummins engine diagnostic computer Vehicle Maintenance computer program., Oral and written fluency in second language may be preferred or required based on building assignment., Required to compare, analyze and communicate., Required to copy, coordinate, synthesize, compile and negotiate., Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Position Type

Regular

Primary Location:

East Transportation

One Year Only (Yes Or No)

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

40

Fte

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

260 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
  
  

Minimum Hire Rate

$26.93 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$33.48 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$26.93 USD - $40.03 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
  
  

Benefits

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

September 20, 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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