Notice of Position Vacancy

Deer Park School District #414

Assistant Mechanic

24-149   November 12, 2024

Purpose Statement: 

The purpose of this position is to assist in maintaining all district buses and other vehicles in good operating condition to ensure the safe transport of both the students and employees of the district.

Essential Functions:

• Service, inspect, fuel, wash, and clean buses and related equipment as required.
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of buses and related equipment.
• Assist in routine vehicle preventative maintenance and, mechanical repairs on buses and support vehicles; including but not limited to the following services: lube chassis, changing oil, tune-ups, brake adjustment, lighting, battery service, alternator, starter, transmission, differential, tires.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly shop and keeping inventory properly stocked.
• Assist with ongoing knowledge of WA State Patrol vehicle safety inspection requirements and procedures for vehicles and vehicle operation and prepare and present busses and support vehicles for said inspection.
• Assist with keeping proper maintenance records on vehicles.
• Assist with maintaining volume control of all fuels, oil, and other consumables.
• Provide off-hours service as needed to accommodate vehicle emergency breakdowns or accidents.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines and mechanical knowledge in servicing and maintaining automobiles and buses.
• Possess or be willing to obtain and maintain a current Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement and air brake restriction removed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively and professionally with all staff and students and as a team member at all times including in stressful situations
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
• Ability to perform work independently with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of safety rules and procedures
• Assist in creating a positive image with school employees
• Regular and acceptable attendance is required

 Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements as laid out by the DOT Mandatory Conditions of Employment: Per Federal Highway Administration requirements, drug and alcohol screening is a part of the job requirements. Deer Park School District application process for Assistant mechanics requires the applicant to possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) as part of their job responsibilities. Satisfactory completion of such tests is a condition of employment.

Additional physical requirements which may include:

• Moderate degree of physical stamina
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds assisted, and occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds assisted.
• Frequent and prolonged standing, sitting, walking, bending, and arm lifting
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions of heat and cold
• May require exposure to chemicals like oil and gas

Application Requirements:

• Current employees apply via tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Employees represented by PSE 1 should apply by the end of the day 5/08/24, and identify as an internal employee in the upper right-hand corner

Open Until Filled

Salary Range: $25.04 - $29.93 per hour depending on experience.

Contract Year (260days, 8.0 hours per day 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Monday - Friday):

Benefits: 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. 

https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees

Retirement Benefits: 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. https://www.drs.wa.gov/

Evaluation: This position is evaluated by the building principal.

Application Requirements

• Applicants must complete the application online: dpsd.org and must include the following:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three (3) letters of reference
• Confidential reference checks (at least 1 including a most recent supervisor)

As required by RCW 28A.400.303, school district employees are required to complete a Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) background checks. Newly hired employees are responsible for the completion of the background check prior to hire.

Verification of identity and United States Work Authorization must be completed before employment commences.

Benefits: 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. 

https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees. This position is not benefit-eligible.

Retirement Benefits: 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. https://www.drs.wa.gov/. This position is not benefit-eligible.

Evaluation: This position is evaluated by the building principal.

Application Requirements

• Applicants must complete the application online: dpsd.org and must include the following:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three (3) letters of reference
• Confidential reference checks (at least 1 including a most recent supervisor)

As required by RCW 28A.400.303, school district employees are required to complete a Washington State Patrol (WSP) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) background checks. Newly hired employees are responsible for the completion of the background check prior to hire.

Verification of identity and United States Work Authorization must be completed before employment commences.

Please contact Suzanne McKibbon at 509-464-5526 if disability accommodation is needed during the application process.  

Notice of Nondiscrimination: Deer Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities, including employment, 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 and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to: