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Certified Maintenance - Mechanic - starting wage up to $28.30 JobID: 6124

+ Position Type:

Operations and Maintenance

+ Date Posted:

9/8/2025

+ Location:

Operations and Maintenance

Position Title: Certified Maintenance - MechanicDepartment: Operations and MaintenanceImmediate Supervisor: Operations Manager Summary:This position performs work in the maintenance and repair of district equipment that require specialized training and experience to insure that interruptions of district operations are kept to a minimum. Perform related work as required to maintain district equipment in a safe, effective condition and assures that overall maintenance needs are met. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)

+ Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical defects/failures in various maintenance equipment, such as fuel, electrical, transmission, steering, braking and hydraulic systems

+ Maintain all equipment to insure proper operation and safety.

+ Keeps a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory purchases, equipment conditions, costs of repairs and preventative maintenance for all equipment.

+ Trains and evaluates staff on equipment operations, preventative maintenance procedures, and new equipment orientations.

+ Communicate with the staff to ensure all the equipment is safe to use and available for daily and weekly tasks.

+ Maintain fuel, oil and equipment and parts inventories.

+ Maintain a safe, clean and organized shop and work environment at all times.

+ Provide functional supervision to insure operation and maintenance equipment is used according to standard operation procedure.

+ Maintains a preventative maintenance program within budget on all equipment and purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.

+ Build a positive working relationship with school administrators, custodians and other employees of the district.

+ Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with Supervisor and/or other on-site personnel.

+ Work independently during the normal workday and during off hours on an on-call status as needed.

+ Comply with OSHA regulations/guidelines regarding materials and safety, as established by OSHA guidelines.

+ Participate as directed in any training and development programs identified by the Supervisor; keep current on relevant information and technology.

+ Regular and reliable attendance.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Professional Standards:1. Quality of work(Uses proper procedures to complete tasks and assignments. Sets goals with supervisor and evaluates results to determine effectiveness.)2. Quantity of work(The amount of work performed is evidence of high productivity; industrious; accountable for own fair share of work load; seeks additional tasks)3. Knowledge of job(Job methods, procedures, practices and responsibilities are well understood and reflected in job performance; exhibits continuous improvement and ongoing learning)4. Creativity/Problem solving(Offers new ideas; suggests innovative and better ways of performing necessary tasks)5. Interpersonal skills(Works collaboratively with others; courteous; polite; pleasant; promotes positive image in contacts with co-workers and District customers)6. Dependability(Reliable; punctual; consistent attendance; completes work accurately and in a timely fashion; stable and calm in a crisis or emergency; works independently)7. Professional appearance(Dress is acceptable for the job; appears clean, well-groomed and “professional”)8. Organizational skills(Exhibits ability to prioritize work; organizational skills enhance job productivity)9. Safety(Provides safety and security for self and others through following proper safety procedures at all times) 10. Written/Verbal communication(Conveys information and ideas accurately and courteously to clearly met the needs of the staff/students/visitors, transfers thoughts and ideas into speech and presents clearly)11. Managing change/adaptability(Demonstrates good understanding of organizational changes and communicates support for such change. Adapts to changes in schedule and work assignments) 12. Professional approach(Professional, positive and helpful approach with visitors and District employees.Displays loyalty toward the organization. Demonstrates a capacity to understand internal and external customer requirements and produces a professional level of service that is satisfactory)13. Flexibility(Demonstrates openness to new organizational structures and procedures. Willingly takes direction and will modify one’s preferred way of doing things) Supervisory Responsibilities:Indirect/functional supervision to outside contractors and project responsibility to other operation and maintenance employees. Minimum Education or Experience4-5 years of automotive or diesel experience preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredMust be able to perform at a journeyman level in his/her field.ASE certified Auto Technician/experience level required.Class B CDL license preferred or be able to obtain Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Able to prioritize, organize, and accomplish assigned work.Able to work independently and/or as a team to complete tasks and meet goals.Advanced knowledge required to identify building and/or equipment conditions which could be hazardous. Able to evaluate equipment for either repair or replacement.Able to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and equipment specifications.Able to recognize problems, determine causes, and take appropriate action for resolution.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Able to take direction and respond to requests in a courteous and helpful manner. Able to perform basic mathematical skills, such as addition, subtraction, division and multiplication to determine weight, volume and distance. Able to read, write and interpret rules, reports and procedure manuals as required to perform assignments.Able to perceive identification numbers marked on material; read and understand numbers and volumes; and transcribe numbers.Possess a valid Iowa Drivers’ license. Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials and manipulating things. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must perform physical activities that require squatting, stooping or kneeling, climbing, lifting, balancing, and reaching above the head and forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools, may be done while climbing on a ladder. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and waist more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, the employee will lift and/or move up to 90 lbs. with assistance. The employee will sometimes push/pull items. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to transport supplies and equipment from one location to another. Work Environment:(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors. Work may be performed during inclement weather, with exposure to extreme temperatures and conditions including snow and ice. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. By District Board policy, the district facilities and grounds are to be drug, alcohol and tobacco free zones. By District Board policy, the district facilities and grounds are to be drug, alcohol and tobacco free zones.