Vehicle Mechanic

Englewood Schools•Denver, CO

1d•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent.
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.
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

Nice To Haves

BIlingual/Spanish preferred

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.

Benefits

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.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services, and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.
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.

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