As a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers. Provide maintenance and repair of all gasoline and diesel engines or equipment including, but not limited to, automobiles, trucks, forklifts, generators, pumps, and small engine air cooled power type mechanical equipment throughout the district facilities for the purpose of providing a safe environment for students, staff, and patrons of Spokane Public Schools. Assist other crafts in the Mechanics, Welder, and Support Operator trades when needed.
Hours/Day:
8 Temporary Role Daily Start/End times: 6:00AM-2:30
PM Anticipated Start Date:
ASAP Benefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays. Often, positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) as negotiated.
SALARY:
LEVEL 1 on the Unified Trades Salary Schedule. For external applicants, experience increments depend on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public and private school district. Click here to view current salary schedule for this position. Download Salary Schedule
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Maintain fleet vehicles and repair gasoline and diesel engine on equipment such as graders, trucks, cranes, forklifts, sweepers, tractors, automobiles, portable generators, pumps and similar. Replace or repair brake shoes, brake cylinders, repair tires, and vehicle electrical systems. 2. Perform service on engine equipment such as tune-ups. Maintain and repair small engine air cooled power equipment such as small tractors, mowers, snow blowers, trimmers, edgers, and similar. 3. Perform sharpening and setting up of mowers, chain saws, edgers, and similar. 4. Perform routine maintenance including fuel and exhaust system service, oil changes, as well as tune-ups, replace spark plugs, and similar. 5. Use computerized diagnostic tools to diagnose problems. 6. Utilize computers and other communication devices. 7. Comply with safety rules and regulations. 8. Know how to use all related hazardous materials required to perform work. 9. Follow district procurement card and purchasing policy. 10. Perform related duties as requested by supervisor.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Assist other crafts in the Mechanics Shop; including welder, mechanic, building mechanic, and support operators. 2. Provide snow removal support as needed. 1. Completion of recognized apprenticeship as an automotive mechanic or have a full journeyman status preferred. 2. Proven experience as a fleet mechanic preferred. 3. Valid Certificate (ASE) preferred. 4. Five years commercial experience preferred. 5. Familiar with all types of automotive mechanical equipment 6. Ability to work in a safe manner, following safety procedures. 7. Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required. 8. Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic background. 9. Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed. 10. Demonstrated ability to perform service and repair work on all types of engines, large and small, gasoline or diesel, and related equipment. 11. Demonstrated ability to sharpen and set up mowers, chain saws, edgers, and similar. 12. Demonstrated ability to maintain assignment logs and reports. 13. Demonstrated ability to use computer systems, diagnostic and other communication devices. 14. Demonstrated ability to work at various heights from ladders and scaffolds. Physical ability to lift 50 pounds. 15. Demonstrated successful experience developing and maintaining positive, professional working relationships with diverse groups of co-workers, staff, community, and others. 16. Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication. 17. Demonstrated ability to take and carry out directions with minimal supervision. Work Schedule - Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs. Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays - Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement Collective Bargaining Agreements as negotiated.
Benefits Highlights:
The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington's school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position). Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA). Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program. School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension. Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI. See more about employee benefits at https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/salaries-and-benefits A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer. The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator:
