Service Mechanic-Transportation Department
Job in
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listing for:
Young World Physical Education
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-05-21
Job specializations:
-
Transportation
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 26.28 USD Hourly
USD
26.28
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Service Mechanic – Transportation Department
Location:
Des Moines, Iowa
Department:
Transportation
Reports To:
Fleet Maintenance Specialist
Position Type:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Non Exempt
Days: 260 days,
Hours:
8 hour shift
Job Description As the Service Mechanic, you will perform automotive corrective, preventive, and service maintenance on District vehicles and equipment, using independent judgment to serve the transportation needs of the district.
Essential Functions
Perform corrective automotive maintenance and service on district vehicles and equipment as assigned.Perform preventive maintenance on district vehicles and equipment as assigned.Provide guidance and direction to the mechanic assistant in the performance of duties as appropriate.Assist the Fleet Maintenance Specialist in determining maintenance needs within the district’s fleet and distributing the resulting workload.Assist in maintaining current maintenance, inventory, and tracking records for all vehicles and equipment within the district’s fleet.Ensure interior and exterior cleanliness and appearance of the maintenance facility.Provide safeguards to prevent loss or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment.Communicate with dispatch and office personnel via two‑way radio, telephone, cell phone, and e‑mail to ensure proper maintenance of vehicles during breakdowns or emergency situations.Secure buses, buildings, parking lots, and fuel pumps as required.Assist dispatch/routing by driving bus routes or trips as needed.Utilize the computer to read District and Department communications and complete online training.Adhere 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
High School Diploma, HiSET or GED.Vocational certification or relevant qualifications as determined by the district.Ability and willingness to obtain a Commercial driver’s license (CDL) within 60 days on the job.Ability and willingness to obtain a State of Iowa School Bus Operators permit within 60 days on the job with required endorsements.Theoretical and practical working knowledge of automotive mechanics.Willingness to acquire specialized training as determined by the district.Computer knowledge and skill.Effective communication skills.Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or willingness to acquire these skills.Desired
Five years of recent, relevant experience in an automotive service garage.Benefits
Des Moines Public Schools offers a generous benefits package.
Physical Demands
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 – Occasional 1%‑32%. 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. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Job Requirements - At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Contact Information
- Mark Adams, Personnel Mgr
- Human Resources
- Email: mark.adams
Salary
$26.28 to $26.28 Per Hour
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