Small Engine Mechanic (40 hrs./wk., 260 days)

Washoe County School District; Nevada; On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Vacation pay

PERS retirement

Job summary

Washoe County School District in Nevada is seeking a Small Engine Mechanic to perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on school equipment including lawn mowers, vacuums, and appliances. Responsibilities include diagnosing faults with meters and gauges, replacing parts, and training custodians in proper equipment use.

Qualifications call for a two-year apprenticeship or equivalent experience, with 2–4 years in repair of small engines or custodial equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a recognized two-year small engine mechanic or electrical/electronics apprenticeship program.
• Experience: Two years repairing small engines or custodial equipment; or four years repairing electrical custodial equipment and related appliances.

Responsibilities

• Repair and overhaul small engines on lawn equipment, washers, dryers, and related appliances.
• Identify causes of mechanical trouble and dismantle equipment using hand tools and gauges/meters.
• Test performance, replace parts, and perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Gasoline engines

Electrical motors

Reading schematics

Basic computer skills

Estimating labor

Tool usage

Education

Two-year small engine mechan ic/apprenticeship

Tools

Ammeters

Voltmeters

Mustimeters

Gauges

Job description

Small Engine Mechanic (40 hrs./wk., 260 days)

Education Support Professionals - ESP/Classified - Maintenance

Job Number 2000018544

Start Date

Open Date 11/04/2026

Closing Date

SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, routine mechanical and electrical maintenance, and repair work on a variety of gardening and/or custodial equipment. Also performs related maintenance on school appliance Incumbent performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs repair and overhaul work on small engines associated with machines including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, vacuum cleaners, and buffers.
• Performs repairs on a variety of appliances including, but not limited to, washers, dryers, and refrigerators.
• Identifies causes of mechanical trouble, dismantles equipment, using hand tools and gauges/meters to examine parts for defects.
• Replaces or repairs parts, such as rings and bearings, motors, switches, hoses, and accessories to equipment using hand tools.
• Cleans, adjusts, or rebuilds equipment.
• Tests for performances and replaces machine parts as needed.
• Utilizes a variety of testing equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, mustimeters, and AC/DC indicators, measuring gauges to determine malfunctions and the need for repair.
• Records maintenance and repairs performed, parts used, and cost.
• Performs regular preventative maintenance such as checking for electrical shorts and replacing parts, as needed.
• Stocks and maintains shop inventory for parts and supplies.
• Cleans and maintains shop facility and equipment.
• May develop estimate labor and repair costs.
• Trains custodians and groundskeepers in appropriate use and maintenance of equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned.

When assigned as a SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC:

• Will work on fuel systems, ignition systems, hydraulic systems, instrumentation, carburetors, and other necessary power equipment.
• May do electrical and gas welding.

When assigned as a CUSTODIAL EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN:

• Will work on equipment such as, but not limited to, floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, and battery chargers associated with custodial equipment.
• Will work on appliances such as, but not limited to, washers, dryers, and refrigerators.

Communication and Collaboration

• Collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders to complete district wide projects and initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and skills would be:

Education: Completion of a recognized two (2) year small engine mechanic or electrical/electronics apprenticeship program.

and

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of small engines associated with carpentry and ground maintenance and/or electric motor driven equipment and appliances.

or

Experience: Four (4) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of electrical custodial equipment and appliances or small engines associated with carpentry and ground maintenance.

Licenses/Certificates

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nevada State Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with a driving record acceptable to the District.
• AHERA 16 Hour asbestos training, asbestos certification is required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training.
• OSHA Lead Action Training. Certification may be required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

May be called upon on off-hours for school emergencies, such as burglaries, vandalism, fires, snow removal, equipment failures, flooding, etc.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of/ Skill in/Ability to

• Principles of gasoline engines and/or electrical motors and the methods, materials and tools used in the repair and maintenance of motorized grounds keeping and/or custodial equipment.
• Electrical mechanical testing and repair.
• Repair and safety precautions of small engine repair and general groundskeeper maintenance.
• Electrical and electronic custodial equipment and appliances.
• Basic computer skills.
• Using shop equipment and hand tools to make major and minor repairs.
• Diagnosing and repairing common electrical and mechanical defects.
• Inspecting, rejecting, rebuilding, or replacing faulty parts.
• Reading, interpreting, and applying information from schematic and mechanical drawings, diagrams, and technical repair manuals.
• Tracing instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Making estimates of materials and labor costs.
• Preparing and maintaining operational and inventory records and reports.
• Working independently.
• Advise others on proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Understand and conduct oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in course of work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to weather: Frequently
• Exposure to loud noises: Occasionally
• Working in confined spaces: Never
• Working at heights: Rarely
• Working with hazardous materials: Occasionally

Physical Demands

• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently
• Standing/Walking: Frequently
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling: Rarely
• Climbing: Rarely

Definitions:

• Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
• Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
• Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
• Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The district prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e., Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here in Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Site(s) Facilities Management

Internal Job Number 2026-27-E265912

Grade 20

Sch A: $19.78 (entry step)
Sch B: $23.85 (entry step)

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Range/Grade 20

Additional Job Information

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to:

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life InsuranceEmployees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.
• Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change..

The job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at [phone].