Transportation Technician Assistant

School District 27J; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking a Transportation Technician Assistant to support vehicle maintenance and inspections. The role involves assisting mechanics with daily tasks and ensuring the safety and performance of school transport vehicles. This is a full-time position eligible for benefits and suited for individuals with mechanical experience.

Qualifications

• One or more years of mechanical experience on medium-duty trucks, buses or automobiles.
• Experience with computer software.
• Completion of high school or trade school mechanical courses is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative maintenance for buses and district vehicles.
• Perform duties like tune-ups and oil changes.
• Assist in required CDE annual inspections for vehicles.

Skills

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools and tool box

Job description

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Base pay range

$24.39/hr - $24.39/hr

Transportation Technician Assistant JobID: 8457

Position Type

Transportation Dept - Busing/Transportation Technician`s Assistant

Date Posted

5/29/2025

Location

Transportation

Date Available

ASAP

Closing Date

06/30/2025

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SUMMARY: The mechanics assistant position will assist the transportation mechanics in the daily workload of transportation shop department. This position will enable the department and mechanics to stagger work shifts and provide daily help and for an extended workday. To repair and maintain all district vehicles and equipment, work orders, to assist in annual inspections, emissions. Preventive maintenance, inventory, and vendor supply orders. Monitor hazardous material. Assist Dispatcher/ Secretaries with information regarding availability of bus use and invoice payments. Work with community entities such as public service, etc.

SALARY: Classified Grade P, starting at $24.39 per hour to start, depending onrecent relevant experience. 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. 12 month work schedule. This position is eligible for benefits.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with the preventative maintenance for all buses, vans and district vehicles to ensure safety and vehicle performance
• Perform duties such as: tune-ups, oil changes, transmission services, replacements of tires/lights/windows, etc.
• Assist in the required CDE annual inspections for vehicles by performing the prep work for the mechanics such as "tear downs,"
• Assist with transporting vehicles to outside vendors for repair and maintenance
• Assist in maintaining the supplies/parts room
• Assist in responding to emergency road calls
• Assist in ordering the picking up necessary parts and supplies
• Serve as backup for the drivers, paraprofessionals and dispatch when necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by the mechanics or the supervisor
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Experience with computer software
• Experience working with auto mechanics/diesel
• One or more years mechanical experience on medium duty trucks, buses or automobiles and/or completion of high school or trade school mechanical courses (or be in the process of finishing)
• Basic math, writing, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Operating knowledge of, and experience with buses, vans, maintenance trucks, diagnostic equipment, lawn mowers and snow plows.
• Must provide basic tools and tool box
  
  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS:Must obtain commercial driver's license (CDL), complete Department of Transportation physical exam, and "B" License with P2-S endorsement upon completion of district training. First Aid and CPR certification are required within 90 days after hire.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Distribution and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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