Mechanic Transportation Helper

Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills knowledge and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures backgrounds and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future. Whether youre working in a classroom driving a school bus preparing lunches or supporting one of the many operational and administrative functions our goal is to create socially emotionally and intellectually safe learning environments for each student every day!

Position Information:

This position provides mechanical and maintenance assistance in the Transportation Division under the direction of a Foreman or designee. The responsibilities include assistance to bus mechanics and drivers maintenance of supplies for assigned area and upkeep of the Transportation grounds and buildings.

Shift Details:8 hours a day; 260 day calendar
Continuing Position:Employees have reasonable assurance of continued employment to the following school year. However an employees total work hours work locations and the designated beginning and ending times may vary.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate$36.00to $36.50(hourly) (2025-2026Maintenance Trades Employee Salary Schedule)
Position Type: Position Name Group Level 1

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Required Qualifications:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard methods materials tools and equipment employed in minor repairs on vehicles and miscellaneous building maintenance.

• Ability to perform basic mechanical electrical and plumbing maintenance.

• Ability to diagnose mechanical electrical and plumbing problems.

• Ability to change tires on various vehicles make repairs and attach snow chains.

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to prioritize respond to emergencies and re-prioritize as necessary.

• Ability to accurately complete and maintain written records and forms.

Licenses/Special Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the following:

• An acceptable driving record based on an approved drivers abstract (or Motor Vehicle Record)
• Drivers license verification and validation
• Current Washington State Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger Endorsements (provided by the District within 90 days of employment)
• First Aid/CPR Certification (provided by the District within 90 days of employment)
• Must be 18 years old.

Benefits:
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides access to health care services. Our benefits are provided to eligible positions through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board). Eligibility for SEBB state health insurance coverage is determined by working 630 hours during the school year.

Eligibility for a state retirement plan through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) is determined upon hire and is based on a variety of factors.

Below is a general description of benefits and other compensation to be offered for eligible employees:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSAs/FSAs
• Life & ADD Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plans (DRS)
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• 403(b) Plans

* For more information about insurance benefits please visit the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) webpage.

How to Apply:
Complete all steps and submit an Employment Application through Edmonds School District on . Please make sure to select the desired job vacancy in Step 4 of the application process. Due to the number of applications we receive only candidates who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.

A Complete Application Includes:
Cover Letter Resume 2 Letters of Recommendation and 2Confidential Reference Surveys (forms will be automatically emailed to your references).Only complete applications will be screened.

Edmonds School District does not discriminate in any program or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity genetic information 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. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Title IX Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner Assistant Superintendent of Human Resourcesth Avenue W. Lynnwood WA 98036
• Section 504 Coordinator: Jon Bell Executive Directorof Student Servicesth Avenue W. Lynnwood WA 98036
• Civil Rights Compliance and ADA Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner Assistant Superintendent of Human Resourcesth Avenue W. Lynnwood WA 98036