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Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Pay: $72,194/yr
Posted: 6 weeks ago
Location: Palmdale, CA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/17/2026

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A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.

$65,991 / year median in California

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Heavy Diesel Mechanic at Palmdale School District Print Application Deadline 8/12/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 7/21/2026 Contact Ashley Hoffman 661.285.2902 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 5,430.99 - 6,601.35 Monthly Length of Work Year 12 months Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary
DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the Director of Transportation or designee in concert with District-selected experts, when necessary, this position will perform journey-level skilled work in diagnosing, overhauling, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance of district buses, white fleet vehicles, and other automotive equipment. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education:
High School Diploma or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency (i.e. GED).
Experience:
Four years' experience as a heavy-duty journey-level diesel and gasoline mechanic. Experience with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and propane fuel systems desired.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
-Valid California Class A or B Commercial driver's license with air brake and passenger endorsements; -Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automobile Certifications (e.g. engine repair/performance, transmission; suspension & steering; brakes; heating and air conditioning, vehicle diesel, etc.); AND -Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) School Bus Certifications (e.g. diesel engines; suspension & steering; brakes, drive train, air conditioning systems, etc.). Valid welding certification, commonly through the American Welding Society (AWS) desired. License and ASE certifications in one or more areas for both Automobile and School Bus are required and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted. ASE recertifications are required every five (5) years and will be monitored.
Other Requirements:
Employees in this classification are subject to the Federal Highway Administration Regulations for drug and alcohol testing as required by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Ability to be covered under the district's property/liability insurance carrier.
Requirements / Qualifications
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education:
High School Diploma or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency (i.e. GED).
Experience:
Four years' experience as a heavy-duty journey-level diesel and gasoline mechanic. Experience with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and propane fuel systems desired.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION
-Valid California Class A or B Commercial driver's license with air brake and passenger endorsements; -Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automobile Certifications (e.g. engine repair/performance, transmission; suspension & steering; brakes; heating and air conditioning, vehicle diesel, etc.); AND -Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) School Bus Certifications (e.g. diesel engines; suspension & steering; brakes, drive train, air conditioning systems, etc.). Valid welding certification, commonly through the American Welding Society (AWS) desired. License and ASE certifications in one or more areas for both Automobile and School Bus are required and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted. ASE recertifications are required every five (5) years and will be monitored.
Other Requirements:
Employees in this classification are subject to the Federal Highway Administration Regulations for drug and alcohol testing as required by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Ability to be covered under the district's property/liability insurance carrier. Comments and Other Information Please view full posting and apply on the Palmdale School District - Job Opportunities page: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/palmdalesd? Comments and Other Information Please view full posting and apply on the Palmdale School District - Job Opportunities page: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/palmdalesd? Links Related To This Job California Credentialing Information Non Discrimination Policy BP 4030 Title IX View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
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