Mechanic Maintenance (Master Craftsman)

Fort Dodge Community School District

Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Mechanic

Date Posted:
1/16/2026

Location:
School Transportation Department

Mechanic - Maintenance (Master Craftsman)
Supervisor: Director of Transportation
Contract Length: 260 day
Job Classification: Custodial Maintenance
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Rate of Pay: $28.13

In the Fort Dodge Community School District we are professional high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity value integrity reward competitively celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

To provide students staff and guests with safe attractive comfortable clean and efficient vehicle transportation. Provide supervision guidance and expertise to other district mechanics.

Essential Duties

Perform advanced diagnostics repair rebuilds and preventative maintenance on district buses trucks and vehicles including diesel and gasoline engines and related systems.
Inspect vehicles and ensure compliance with all federal state and district safety laws regulations and policies.
Independently plan schedule and complete assigned maintenance projects with attention to safety quality and efficiency.
Prepare daily work schedules and prioritize tasks to ensure effective use of staff time and resources.
Provide leadership technical guidance and training to mechanics bus drivers and transportation staff.
Communicate regularly with the Director of Transportation regarding fleet condition repair needs costs and recommendations.
Prepare cost estimates; review process and close work orders; and maintain accurate vehicle maintenance warranty and recall records.
Source requisition receive inspect and recommend cost-effective parts materials and supplies.
Maintain a clean safe and organized shop; safely operate tools equipment lifts and machinery while using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Respond to vehicle-related concerns complaints and service requests from district staff.
Assist with preventative maintenance planning and conduct general bus inspections.
Operate district vehicles as required and serve as a substitute or emergency school bus driver when necessary.
Perform related non-mechanical maintenance duties as assigned including limited building safety checks emergency response support and snow removal.
Assist emergency responders during building emergencies by supporting building systems and equipment as needed.
Attend required safety training and informational meetings.
Perform all duties in a professional manner and maintain respectful working relationships with students staff and community.
Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma
Current DOT physical
CDL Class B license with Air Brake Passenger and School endorsement
Diesel & Gasoline engine ASE Certification or 4 years experience
Possess and maintain a driving record acceptable under state law District policy and insurance carrier requirements.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and work in extreme temperatures humid & dusty environments.
Follow federal state and District rules and regulations related to the operation of school busses and other district vehicles.
Ability to utilize vehicle repair manuals & online vehicle repair media.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

With or without reasonable accommodation.

Amount of Time
Physical Activity	Occasionally (1%-32%)	Frequently (33%-65%)	Constantly (66%-100%)
Mobility	-	-	X
Bend	-	-	X
Talk	-	X	-
Hear	-	-	X
Operate Computer	-	X	-
Stationary Position	X	-	-
Balance	-	-	X
Lift Up to 50 pounds	-	-	X
Operate Motor Vehicle	-	-	X

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Amount of Time
Working Conditions	Occasionally (1%-32%)	Frequently (33%-65%)	Constantly (66%-100%)
Indoors	-	-	X
Evenings	X	-	-
Weekends	X	-	-

It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs services and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy please contact Roger Porter Director of School Safety and Security rporter@ located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 N 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501 or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St. 37th Floor Chicago IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse Director of Special Education/Special Needs Central Administration Office 109 North 25th Street Fort Dodge IA 50501). Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The Districts Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore Director of Human Resources 109 North 25th Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. The school district will respond promptly to allegations of abuse of students by school district employees by timely reporting to all relevant agencies as required by law. The Districts coordinator for abuse reporting is Roger Porter Director of Safety and Security located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 North 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 5050 Harassment Complaints and Allegations The Districts Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter Director of School Safety and Security located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 North 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The Districts Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Kimberly Whitmore Director of Human Resources located at Central Administration Office 109 North 25th Street Fort Dodge IA 50501. The Deputy Coordinator is Roger Porter Director of School Safety and Security located at Fort Dodge Middle School 800 North 32nd Street Fort Dodge IA 50501.Rev. 7/2025

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Type:Maintenance/Custodial/MechanicDate Posted:1/16/2026Location:School Transportation DepartmentMechanic - Maintenance (Master Craftsman)Supervisor: Director of TransportationContract Length: 260 dayJob Classification: Custodial MaintenanceFLSA Status: Non-ExemptRate of Pay: $28.13In the F...