Small Engine Mechanic - Facilities - School Year 2025-2026

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch ISD is seeking a Small Engine Mechanic for the 2025-2026 school year to maintain and repair small gasoline engines and custodial equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least three years of experience, and a valid driver's license. This full-time role requires physical activity and the ability to work outdoors in various conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience required.
• Valid Class 'B' CDL or Class 'C' Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintenance of small gasoline engines and custodial equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and oiling parts.
• Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions.

Skills

Ability to read, write and speak English

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work well with both subordinates and those appointed above

Knowledge of small gasoline engines

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Small Engine Mechanic - Facilities - School Year 2025-2026

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Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Small Engine Mechanic

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience required.
• Valid current Class "B" CDL or Class "C" Texas driver's license.
  
  

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Small Engine Mechanic

Job Title: Small Engine Mechanic Reports To: General Maintenance Supervisor Classification: Auxiliary (Skilled Labor) Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt Days: 250 Days (2nd Shift, 1:30 pm-10:00 pm) Salary: See Compensation Plan for Auxiliary Staff, Pay Grade 308 Contract: None Date Revised: 11/15/2023 Primary Purpose: Maintain the SBISD custodial, maintenance, and grounds equipment in good working condition. Qualifications/Skills: Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience required.
• Valid current Class "B" CDL or Class "C" Texas driver's license.
  
  

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to work well with both subordinates and those appointed above. Ability to perform well with a team. .
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform extensive physical and repetitive activities, including but not limited to pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, carrying and regular lifting of 105 pounds.
• Knowledge of small gasoline engines, machines such as compressors, generators, lifts, hand tools including their designs and uses, power tools including drills, screw guns, and compact wrenches.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
  
  

Major Duties and

Responsibilities: Maintenance and Repair:

• Repair and maintenance of small gasoline engines 2-cycle and 4-cycle, repair compressors, generators, maintain and repair custodial operation cleaning equipment (auto scrubbers, power washers, floor machines, etc.) Has some knowledge of, hydraulic systems and related equipment.
• Adjust points, valves, carburetors, distributors, and spark plug gaps, using feeler gauges.
• Perform routine maintenance such as cleaning and oiling parts, checking a replacing batteries, checking starter mechanisms, making sure equipment is operating properly.
• Test and inspect engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
• Support vehicle maintenance when needed.
  
  

Records and Inventory:

• Maintain an inventory and itemize costs on each job.
• Complete daily man-hour logs and other required documentation.
  
  

Other:

• Follow proper safety requirements.
• Working Hours may be modified at the discretion of supervisory personnel, occasionally overtime is required.
• Random drug testing as required by D.O.T.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory

Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: A variety of hand tools, testing gauges, and battery operated tools, electric tools, grinders, compressors, a variety of other tools as it relates to small engines, and light truck, van, or box truck. Working Conditions: Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling.
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying.
• Occasional overtime is required.
• Work for continuous or extended periods of time.
  
  

Environmental Factors:

• Exposure to sun, heat, cold, poor weather conditions and/or mechanical equipment noise.
• Exposure to chemicals.
• Work outside and around moving objects or vehicles.
  
  

Application Procedure: Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at https://www.springbranchisd.com/join-our-team/applicants. Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.

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  Mid-Senior level

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