Substitute Mechanic

Substitute Mechanic JobID:

827

Position Type:

Transportation Date Posted:

3/26/2026

Location:

Transportation Department

SUBSTITUTE MECHANIC LOCATION

Transportation Office

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

As Needed

REPORTS TO

Transportation Coordinators

SALARY CLASSIFICATION

As Per qualifications and experience PURPOSE To Service, maintain, and repair all District Vehicles, and wheeled maintenance equipment as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND MENTAL ABILITY

Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and District personnel in a positive fashion. Ability to make repairs, trouble shoot, survey, identify, and prioritize maintenance problems on automotive equipment. Ability to use hand tools, power tools and automotive shop equipment Ability to operate District vehicles and equipment. Maintain and interpret maintenance and mileage log. Knowledge of basic computer keyboarding and software application skills. Ability to perform metal fabrication and welding.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent Commercial Drivers Licensed Required (will train) Automotive/Diesel Mechanic Demonstrated experience in the maintenance and general repair of cars, light trucks, medium truck, small engines, gasoline and diesel engines. Self-motivated and Team work focused Pass drug and alcohol testing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform maintenance and repair of all school vehicles and maintenance equipment Coordinate maintenance and repair of all school vehicles and maintenance equipment Operate tools and equipment in vehicle shop Order and receive parts and supplies Operate vehicles and equipment Document maintenance records on school vehicles Perform welding fabrication handling of heavy objects

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Train school bus drivers in proper mechanical operation of vehicle Maintain shop area Remove Snow Assist Supervisor with inventory tracking Maintain cleanliness of school vehicles Participate in District staff development programs Drive school bus routes as needed Perform duties as assigned by supervisor

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to heat and cold—weather extremes Frequent moderate noise level, occasional high noise level Ability to handle moderate to heavy objects frequently (20-50 pounds) Requires strenuous physical exertion and mobility Lower body strength to stand and walk throughout the workday (walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling) Upper body strength to lift 25 pounds and carry more than 50 feet throughout the workday Ability to push/pull mobile units of 50 pounds more than 1,000 feet Ability to stoop, bend over and work from sitting or kneeling positions for 15-20 minutes at a time Ability to lift loads up to 50 pounds occasionally (such as tires or rims) Ability to work in confined areas such as under seats and engine compartments ability to handle flammable materials Exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, mechanical and electrical hazards Must be available or on-call for emergencies