Service Mechanic-Transportation Department

Des Moines Public School District

Job Location:

Des Moines, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TITLE: Service Mechanic

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

REPORTS TO:Fleet Maintenance Specialist

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:Fleet Maintenance Specialist

EVALUATES: n/a

POSITION INVENTORY: B24

POSTION TYPE: Full Time

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

FT/PT: FULL TIME

DAYS: 260 days HOURS: 8 hour shift

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform automtotive corrective preventative and service maintenance on District vehiclies and equipment. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the transportation department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

corrective automotive maintenance and service on district vehicles and equipment as assigned.

preventative maintenance on district vehicles and equipment as assigned.

guidance and direction to mechanic assistant in the performance of duties as appropriate.

the Fleet Maintenance Specialist in determining maintenance needs within the districts fleet and in the distribution of the resulting workload.

in maintaining current maintenance inventory and tracking records on all vehicles and equipment within the districts fleet.

in assuring interior and exterior cleanliness and appearance of maintenance facility.

in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property or failure of mechanical equipment.

with dispatch and office personnel via two-way radio telephones cell phone and email to ensure proper maintenance of vehicles due to breakdowns or emergency situations.

buses building parking lot and fuel pumps as required.

dispatch/routing by driving bus routes or trips as needed.

computer to read District and Department communications and to take online training.

to District policies and Department work rules.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position)

Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public students and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

School Diploma HiSET or GED

certification or relevant qualifications as determined by the district

and willingness to obtain a Commercial drivers license (CDL) within 60 days on the job.

and willingness to obtain a State of Iowa School Bus Operators permit within 60 days on the job.

and practical working knowledge of automotive mechanics

and willingness to acquire specialized training as determined by the district

knowledge and skill in the use of a computer

communication skills

working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.

Desired:

Five years of recent relevant experience in an automotive service garage

Position Details:
260 Days
8.00 hours per shift

Des Moines Public Schools offers a generous benefits package

Skills Knowledge and Abilities:

PHYSICAL DEMAND:	FREQUENCY:
Standing	Constant 67%
Walking	Frequent 33% - 66%
Sitting	Occasional 1% - 32%
Bending/Stooping	Constant 67%
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling	Constant 67%
Climbing/Stairs	Frequent 33% - 66%
Driving	Occasional 1% - 32%
Lifting (100 lbs.)	Occasional 1% - 32%
Carrying (10 feet)	Occasional 1% - 32%
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone	Occasional 1% - 32%
Computer	Occasional 1% - 32%
Other	Occasional 1% - 32%
Working Conditions
Inside	Frequent 33% - 66%
Outside	Occasional 1% - 32%
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity	Frequent 33% - 66%

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform anyother job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By:MK

Date:2/26/2026

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