Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic
Date Posted:
4/3/2025
Location:
Transportation Building
Title:
Mechanic - Certified Diesel Mechanic
Work Unit/Location:
Transportation Department
Reports to:
Assistant Director
Contract Length:
12 month
Pay Schedule:
Transportation-Mechanic
Overtime Status:
Non-exempt
Hours:
8 hours per day
Union Status:
NEA
Licensure:
CDL Class B with P and S endorsements and ASE Certification for School bus, Medium- Heavy Truck Certification, or Transit Bus Certification
Note: All positions with Santa Fe Public Schools require a post-offer/pre-employment background check. Some positions have additional requirements as established by federal or state rules and regulations.
General Function:
The Mechanic will maintain district vehicles, diagnose malfunctions, and perform repairs in a satisfactory manner that will meet or exceed established standards for safe and reliable vehicle operation according to relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.
Education/Training/Experience:
Minimum: High school graduate or equivalent education, training and experience applicable to diesel bus or truck maintenance and repair. Must be twenty-one years of age. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver License Class "B" (with a "P" and "S" endorsements) and adhere to requirements as outlined in #6.41.4 NMAC. Must be able to obtain within 12 months of hire date and maintain ASE certifications for school bus repair.
Preferred: ASE Certifications For school bus repair types A, B, C, and D school buses or Five (5) years' experience as a certified general line mechanic with Medium/Heavy Trucks, Transit buses, diesel and/or gas engine machine mechanic and ability to obtain ASE School bus certifications within 30 months of employment. (District will pay for ASE testing / recertifications and training materials)
Knowledge/Skills and Abilities:
Must be able to read mechanic manuals and vehicle parts instructions. Must be able to operate a diagnostic machine. Must be able to operate a tire balancing machine. Must be able to break apart and repair large and small tires and wheels. Ability to use good judgment and to demonstrate good decision-making skills. Diagnostic, electrical, hydraulic, air brake and AC skills are a must. Must have the ability to perform minor cutting and welding repairs. Must be a self-starter, have the ability to multi-task and move from one job to the next with minimum delay time.
Essential Job Functions:
All functions are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety and environmental regulations, facility and computer security policies and procedures. Functions are subject to change from time to time to meet the needs of the organization. Current essential functions include the following:
• Perform thorough, accurate preventative maintenance inspections.
• Follow district required schedules and complete all required maintenance operations including
• Perform complex operations including engine, electrical, fuel, brake and exhaust repairs and field tests.
• Test drives vehicles to ensure repair(s) resolved the problem.
• Identify and report any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance.
• Perform emergency roadside services as needed.
• Document repairs and parts on work orders completely and accurately using computers.
• Maintain tools and workplace so that shop conditions are neat and orderly.
• Assist Bus Drivers/Assistants on routes and serve as backup bus driver or assistant in the event of employee shortages to ensure the safe delivery of students to and from appropriate school sites and destinations.
• Must attend all department meetings, in-service training, and training provided to upgrade and maintain skills.
• Other duties as assigned.
Resources Used in Performing Job Include (but are not limited to):
Automotive computers and GPS systems, shop manuals and equipment, shop air equipment, vehicle diagnostic machines.
Physical/Cognitive Requirements:
Visual acuity is required in order to read manuals, instructions, and data output from diagnostic machinery in order to inspect, monitor and check out vehicles for safety and reliability. The minimum amount of weight to be lifted is 70 lbs., although may be routinely required to lift heavier objects.
Environmental Conditions:
Most of the work is performed in an indoor shop setting; however, mechanics must also work outdoors when repairing disabled vehicles in all types of weather. Exposure to gasoline, diesel and paint fumes may be encountered.
Salary Range:
$60,320-- $70,000+
Personal Accountability:
• Demonstrates reliability as evidenced by attendance records and punctuality.
• Properly notifies supervisor and/or designee of absences or tardiness.
• Begins and completes work within the allotted time.
• Consistently appears in attire appropriate to the work environment.
• Demonstrates skill in the use of equipment including its capabilities, limitations and appropriate/ special application.
• Protects the district's resources through appropriate and careful use of supplies and equipment.
• Utilizes appropriate body mechanics to aid in the prevention of muscle strain/injury.
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