Senior Mechanic: EV & Heavy-Duty Fleet Lead

Simi Valley Unified School District; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Simi Valley Unified School District is seeking a Senior Mechanic to lead advanced maintenance and repair of the district’s fleet, including light, heavy, and electric vehicles. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, on-site diagnostics, and leadership for other staff.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and obtain the California Class B CDL with passenger and airbrake endorsements; a Clean Truck Check Tester license is also required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus six years of progressive vehicle maintenance experience or
• A one-year trade school or associate degree in automotive technology plus four years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and road test vehicles to identify issues and prioritize work orders.
• Prioritize and assign preventative maintenance and repairs to optimize fleet performance.
• Perform complex maintenance and repairs on light to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment including EVs.
• Diagnose electric vehicle systems and ensure safety standards are met.
• Respond to emergency vehicle breakdowns and conduct on-site diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and process invoices accordingly.
• Collaborate with staff to complete tasks efficiently and on schedule.

Skills

Diagnostic tools

Vehicle systems repair

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Trade school or associate degree in automotive technology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Simi Valley Unified School District is seeking a Senior Mechanic to lead advanced maintenance and repair of the district’s fleet, including light, heavy, and electric vehicles. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, on-site diagnostics, and leadership for other staff.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and obtain the California Class B CDL with passenger and airbrake endorsements; a Clean Truck Check Tester license is also required.