Vehicle Mechanic

Englewood Schools; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

PERA retirement plan

Job summary

Englewood Schools in Englewood, CO is seeking a Diesel/School Bus Mechanic to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of district vehicles, provide roadside assistance, and diagnose gas and diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems. The role includes planning, budgeting, and inventory of parts, with potential custodial/grounds duties as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent, bilingual preferred, and either 3 years of

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Bilingual/Spanish preferred.
• Three (3) years on the job experience OR one (1) year job experience plus graduate of an accredited diesel mechanic school.
• Mechanic fluency will be determined through the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle maintenance - major and minor engine overhaul and repairs, tune up, transmission and differential repair and adjustment, air and hydraulic brake work.
• Tire repair and replacement.
• Road test vehicles for complaint verification and to ensure effective repair.
• Report unsafe vehicles to Transportation Director or designee.
• Track and evaluate warranty repairs to ensure cost savings to district.
• Actively participate in PLCs and other required training.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understandings to support Operations, Maintenance and Transportation.
• Small equipment repair and maintenance - grounds and custodial equipment including tractors, floor machines, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Bilingual/Spanish preferred

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class B with Passenger & school bus endorsement

DOT Brake Inspector Certificate

Opacity Inspector License

CDE Inspector Certificate

Emissions certification

ASE Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

EFFECTIVE: Immediately
STATUS: Non-exempt/hourly
WORK HOURS: 8 hours/day, M-F
WORK YEAR: 229 days/year
BENEFIT ELIGIBLE:Yes

Position summary

This position is responsible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of all district vehicles and small equipment. Provide roadside assistance or recovery for district vehicles. Diagnose and repair: gas and diesel engines; drive trains; transmissions; suspension, steering, brake, and electrical systems. Maintain shop activities such as planning, scheduling, organizing, quality control, budgeting, warranty repair and evaluation, ordering and inventory of supplies and parts. Assist drivers when needed. May assist with custodial and grounds keeping duties. Develop and promote good community relations among stakeholders.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Vehicle maintenance - major and minor engine overhaul and repairs, tune up, transmission and differential repair and adjustment, air and hydraulic brake work.
• Tire repair and replacement.
• Road test vehicles for complaint verification and to ensure effective repair.
• Report unsafe vehicles to Transportation Director or designee.
• Track and evaluate warranty repairs to ensure cost savings to district.
• Actively participate in PLCs and other required training.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understandings to support Operations, Maintenance and Transportation.
• Small equipment repair and maintenance - grounds and custodial equipment including tractors, floor machines, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Supervision/technical responsibilities

• Possible supervision of support personnel.
• May conduct supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to interview participation, training/development, assign and direct work, performance feedback, address complaints and resolve problems.

Budget and/or resource responsibilities

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective and efficient process management strategies (e.g., procedures, equipment, materials and supplies).
• Accurately projects need for budget planning.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.

This education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/training/experience

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• BIlingual/Spanish preferred
• Three (3) years on the job experience OR one (1) year job experience plus graduate of an accredited diesel mechanic school.
• Mechanic fluency will be determined through the interview process.

Licenses or certifications

• Valid CDL with class B with Passenger & school bus endorsement required
• Valid Department of Transportation, Brake Inspector Certificate
• Valid Opacity Inspector License - May be obtained after hire
• Valid CDE Inspector Certificate - Maya be obtained after hire
• Certified in emissions.
• ASE Certification required - May be obtained after hire
• Valid First Aid Certification - May be obtained after hire

General expectations

• Operate assigned school bus/vehicle in accordance with federal, state, municipal and district regulations, policies, and laws.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Perform pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Report all delays, accidents/incidents immediately to transportation management or appropriate authorities.
• Administer first aid and provide written reports as required.
• Aid in loading and unloading passengers via the stairs or lift mechanisms including securing wheelchairs, mobility aids, oxygen bottles, band and athletic equipment, or luggage as required by route assignment and need. Ensure restraints such as safety vests, seat belts, Child Safety Restraint Systems (CDRS), or other restraining devices are properly secured.
• Collaborate with Director of Transportation or designee to accommodate requested route changes, concerns, or special requests.
• Establish staff rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems.
• Actively participate in meetings, in-service, and other required training.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understands to support Operations, Maintenance and Transportation.
• May perform vehicle maintenance.
• Performs a variety of physical maintenance tasks in and around the Duell Service Center, including climbing ladders to clean bus windows, using an air blower on the grounds, raking leaves, removing snow (including shoveling paths to ensure student access to buses), mopping, sweeping, cleaning and maintaining the office space.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Essential physical requirements

Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 75 (seventy-five) pounds.

Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds.

Frequent to constant standing, extensive walking.

Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.

Work environment

Occasional exposure to adverse climate and weather conditions.

Reports to

Transportation Director or designee

Location

Operations, Maintenance and Transportation department

Salary

The starting hourly rate is based upon Level N of the Classified Salary Schedule and ranges $30.20 to $34.19. Salary placement is based upon education and prior relevant experience.

Benefits

At Englewood Schools, we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered, which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits, we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents, offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools, please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the District's website.

Additional information

New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Closing date

This position will close 5 days from the date of the posting or once the vacancy has been filled.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law, Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures, please click here. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque, Director of Opportunity, Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator, 4101 S. Bannock St., Englewood, CO 80110, 303-806-2004 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 950 17th St., Suite 300, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 825, Denver, CO 80202.