Mechanic Heavy Duty Journeyman

Employment Type :

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly : $24.72

Class / Calendar : B2512 months

Benefits :

Vacation sick leave holidaysretirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System health and life insurance

Performance Pay : Available annually

New Hire Experience :

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement up to a ten -year maximum

New Hire Education :

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary :

To diagnose using computer software and perform repairs on district vehicles; and to ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.

All Transportation employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing and alcohol testing as well as random testing throughout employment. Due to federal safety regulation this includes marijuana / THC / CBD. Any employee having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Diagnose and correct all types of engine problems from tune-up to complete engine and transmission overhauls
• Inspect diagnose and make minor repairs on district vehicles (i.e. buses automobiles vans and trucks)
• Make service calls for emergency repairs and operate light towing equipment for vehicle recovery
• Check buses for safety conformance and compliance
• Determine and follow safe work procedures and keep shop are maintained and free from hazards
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform required paperwork and record keeping in a timely neat and legible manner
• Estimate time and cost repairs of equipment
• Lubricate adjust and service equipment
• May drive any school bus and / or any school van safely to transport students over any scheduled routes and / or any special excursions (field trips athletic events) for absent bus drivers
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications :

• High School education or equivalent preferred
• Five years mechanical with minimum three years diesel experience
• Skills and experience of journeyman mechanic
• Valid Arizona Drivers License with clean driving record
• Successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship and / or proof of equally satisfactory experience
• Ability to obtain a class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
• Valid or ability to obtain ADEQ vehicle emissions license

Preferred Qualifications :

• ASE certification preferred

Skills & Competencies :

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name served by strength and need and graduates ready for college career and community
• Ability to operate vehicle maintenance repair facility equipment (i.e. brake drum lathe laptop diagnostics)
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work overtime and to change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends night shift swing shift holidays)
• Willingness to pursue educational goals to maintain basic job skills
• Proficient in diagnostic testing equipment of automotive and maintenance shops
• Ability to work outside in either heat or cold; to lift and / or move 75 lbs.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements :

• Mainly in a garage / shop environment which may be noisy and include exposure to fumes oils and mechanical parts
• Some outdoor work may be required especially when vehicles break down off-site
• May involve working inconfined spaces (e.g. under vehicles) or at heights (e.g. on ladders or lifts)
• Works with transportation supervisors bus drivers and other mechanics
• Must respond quickly to breakdowns to ensure student transportation is not disrupted
• Ability to work in awkward positions under vehicles or while using overhead hoists
• Must be able to lift 50100 such as tires tools and vehicle parts

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement :

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees applicants or any other covered persons because of race color religion creed national origin or ancestry ethnicity sex (including gender pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) age physical or mental disability citizenship past current or prospective service in the uniformed services genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Key Skills

Bank Reconciliation,Informatica,Environment Health And Safety,Health And Safety Management

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1