General Mechanic

2323 E Farwell Road
Mead, WA 99021

Human Resources
509-465-6010
Fax: 509-465-7680
www.mead354.org

July 2, 2024

Vacancy Notice

General Mechanic
Transportation Department
Monday

• Friday/Continuing
  8 hours per day / 9:00 am

• 5:30 pm

JOB SUMMARY
Performs repair, preventive maintenance and operational safety inspections on the school bus fleet, motor pool vehicles and related vehicular equipment. Reports to the Assistant Director.

Essential Functions
Assists Fleet Mechanics in diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical and engine defects in buses.
Assists Fleet Mechanics with overhauls, rebuilding engines, transmissions, differentials, brake systems and other major components by repair and replacement of parts.
Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical and engine defects in white fleet and other equipment
Overhauls and rebuilds engines, transmissions, differentials, brake systems and other major components by repair and replacement of parts.
Repairs and rebuilds generators, alternators and all other electrical components utilizing testing devices and machine equipment as required.
Performs general tune-ups.
Makes minor roadside repairs as required or tows disabled vehicles to the maintenance shop.
Repairs and replaces seats, glass, sheet metal, latches and other body components and assemblies.
Changes oil and filters, installs anti-freeze and snow chains, repairs tires, adjusts brakes, lubricates chassis, wheel bearing and maintenance and regular bus safety inspections.
Operates all tools and equipment as required in the performance of assigned duties.
Maintains a clean, safety-oriented work environment. Assists in cleaning and organizing of the shop, parts room and other maintenance facilities.
Completes vehicle maintenance forms and records, i.e., work orders, stock records, etc..
Performs related duties as required.
Drives a school bus on a regular established route or special trip in the event of an emergency.
Minimum QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training
Must complete a recognized apprenticeship/educational program as an automotive mechanic or a minimum of four (4) years applicable work experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Work experience must include at least one (1) year experience working with diesel powered heavy duty equipment.
Must possess a valid Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement and air brake restriction removed.
Must be in good physical condition; some heavy lifting is required.
Must possess ability to get along well with co-workers.
Must possess or be able to obtain a Washington State School Bus Driver's Certificate.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires constant safety awareness working around and under heavy buses and power machinery; required to lift, move and position heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds; required to stand for prolonged periods; exposed to high noise levels from buses and machinery; required to take precautions to avoid exposure to fumes and chemicals; required to work outdoors in inclement weather on emergency repairs; required to wear protective clothing. Must adhere to all district health and safety policies.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY:
As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of Mead Classified Trades Association (MCTA) and Policies and Procedures of Mead School District. CBAs and Salary Schedules can be reviewed from the Human Resources page of the Mead School District website at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/department-directory/human-resources/new-page https://www.mead354.org/about-us/department-directory/human-resources/new-page . Mead policies and Procedures can be accessed online at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies https://www.mead354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies

The salary range for the position is: Step 1 $22.92 - Step 6 $25.06. New employees may be credited for previous relevant experience within the job description, with initial step placement up to step 6.

A typical work year consists of 260 days which includes 13 paid holidays. Each employee shall accumulate twelve (12) days of sick leave per year.

An employee employed less than a full work year shall be entitled to a proportionate part of the sick leave allowance. A maximum of three (3) days of annual leave are provided for all employees based on the employee's scheduled employment hours per day to be used for an absence during work hours. Newly hired year-round employees will accrue vacation at a rate of eleven (11) days or 88 hours per year/7.33 hours per month. Vacation may be taken only after the provisional period has been successfully completed.

Employees anticipated to work more than 630 hours per year will be eligible for Benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Positions anticipated to work 70 hours or more per month for at least 5 months over a 12-month period are eligible for Retirement through the State Department of Retirement Services.

APPLICATION
MEMBERS of MCTA Bargaining on a continuing contract of .3 or greater, interested in this position need to apply for this position via the application system, Talent Ed Recruit & Hire at www.mead354.org/employment http://www.mead354.org/employment by accessing the internal postings via the Internal link on the upper right-hand corner of the page. You will need to log in using your district email to see internal postings. Please complete the required information on the internal application, including uploading a letter of interest and current resume to your profile, on or before 11:59 PM, July 11, 2024.

If this vacancy is not filled from permanent employees, all other applicants completing the online application (including substitute personnel) will be reviewed to select a candidate for this position.

All other applicants interested in this position must apply for this posting through a link to our online applicant system found on the website at www.mead354.org. Highlight "OUR DISTRICT" and click "Applicants" to fill out the online application and upload the required documents to your application.

Below is a list of required materials. If you have questions regarding this process, you may contact Stacey Vivit at the District Administration Building or email stacey/vivit@mead354.org mailto:stacey/vivit@mead354.org . The application, along with all required documents must be completed on or before 11:59 PM, July 11, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

Your Resume
Your current Letter of Interest, which speaks specifically to your abilities in the position for which you are applying
Three (3) dated and current letters of recommendation (within the last 3 years)
A copy of any certifications or licenses.

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, Josh Westermann, josh.westermann@mead354.org and/or Affirmative Action officer, Keri Hutchins, keri.hutchins@mead354.org mailto:keri.hutchins@mead354.org , (509) 465-6000 or via mail to 2323 E.

Farwell Rd., Mead, WA, 99021. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (509) 465-6010

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