Mechanic - Fleet Services

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

Support Services Management is responsible for the support services of the district including:
Construction Management, Food and Nutrition Services, Facilities Management (Custodial, Facilities Services, Environmental Services), Facilities Planning and Design, Safety and Security, Student Transportation and Fleet Maintenance.

This position is at our South terminal located at 3704 S. Kipling St., Denver, CO 80235

Desired

Start Date:

08/28/2026
Mechanic, Fleet Svcs
Monthly Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: 1.00000 ,
Hours/Day: 8.000 ,
Days/Year: 246
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: CSE - Class Emp-246 / 1.FTE , R25, 1
Pay Range: $31.19 - $39.04 Effective as of: 08-16-2025

Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $54.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

SUMMARY Repair and maintain all District vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner through preventative maintenance and diagnosing problems determining corrective measures using the full range of mechanics tools and equipment available, and properly completing the repairs and maintenance. Work is of a safety critical nature and requires high work quality and attention to detail.

• Inspect and service all District vehicles and equipment on the preventative maintenance program. Make repairs including: tire work, suspension, electrical, heating and cooling, body, and other subsystem repairs.
• Use knowledge and experience to diagnose and repair vehicle defects to include: engine, transmission, brake, electrical, body, suspension, and other vehicle/equipment subsystems.
• Enter data and look up information in computerized fleet information system. Record information accurately relative to tasks performed, including unit numbers, parts used, job code times on and off jobs, static and working measurements, and repair actions taken. Use manuals, catalogs and other reference materials to repair vehicles/equipment and order correct parts and supplies.
• Obtain and maintain Opacity Inspection certification, Colorado CDL B license, Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Brake Inspector certification, CDE Bus Inspector certification as required.
• Perform mandated safety and emissions inspections on appropriate District vehicles and equipment. Rebuild vehicle/equipment…