Mechanic's Helper

Sylvania; Michigan; On-site; USD 24,298 - 34,607; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

School retirement plan

Paid time off

Snow days

Job summary

Sylvania is hiring a Mechanic's Helper for the Transportation Department at Mason Public Schools in Michigan. This in-person role involves assisting the mechanic with vehicle repairs, maintaining school buses, and performing light building maintenance. Candidates should possess a High School Diploma, a valid CDL Type B.P.S. (or be able to obtain one within 30 days), and knowledge of vehicle repair. The position offers a wage of $21.38 per hour, with benefits including a school retirement plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Able to obtain Valid CDL Type B.P.S. within 30 days, paid training provided.
• DOT Physical Exam required.
• State certified in one or more areas of vehicle repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the mechanic with repairs and maintenance of school vehicles.
• Drive a bus route or trip if needed.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized garage.

Skills

Knowledge of vehicle repair

Good driving record

Knowledge of light building maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Valid CDL Type B.P.S.

Job description

Position Title

Mechanic’s Helper

Location

Transportation Department / Mason Public Schools / In-Person

Reports to

Transportation Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Valid CDL Type B.P.S. or able to obtain within 30 days - Paid training provided
• DOT Physical Exam
• Good driving record
• Knowledge of vehicle repair
• Knowledge of light building maintenance

Desired Qualifications

• State certified in one or more areas of vehicle repair
• Advanced technical training in vehicle repair
• Experience in preventive maintenance

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the mechanic with repairs and maintenance of school vehicles
• Repair bus seats
• Maintaining a clean well organized garage
• Use school vehicle to pick up parts
• Assist with snow removal
• Drive a bus route or trip if needed
• Clean Transportation facility and provide light maintenance
• Assist bus drivers in minor repairs or adjustments to bus

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking.
• The position requires lifting and movement of supplies during the course of the day.
• Work takes place both indoors and outdoors.

Work Year

52 week position, Monday – Friday, 4 hours per day

Benefits

School retirement plan, paid time off, snow days

Wage

$21.38 per hour

Deadline

Open until filled

All candidates are required to complete the StyleProfile™ assessment as a component of their application. This assessment is intended to be one component of the information used to assist administrators during the selection process. Once the application has been submitted, the StyleProfile™ assessment will be assigned. The StyleProfile™ assessment is approximately 30 minutes in length and is a multiple-choice format.