Job Description

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

School: Transportation

Position Title:   Technician-Fleet Service II

Position Start Date:  Immediately

Position Type: Unit C-Maintenance

FTE: 1.00 - 40 Hours per week - Regular Ongoing

Work Schedule: 261 Days - 12 Months

Hiring Pay Range:*$30.11 - $34.94

*The pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group(existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule)

Position Pay Range: $30.11 - $41.53

Closing Date: November 14, 2024

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

Summary:

Skilled automotive mechanical position works on a heavy volume and wide variety of school district vehicles including school buses, vans, automobiles, grounds maintenance equipment, and other automotive equipment. Must remain insurable with Boulder Valley Schools, be 21 years of age, and retain all certificates throughout employment with Boulder Valley Schools in this position.

Responsibilities:

  • Inspect, diagnose, and repair school buses, vans, trucks, power mowers, tractors and powered equipment. Inspect, diagnose, and repair air/hydraulic/electrical braking, interior/exterior body, electrical, heating/air conditioning, steering, suspension, power train, drive train, fuel, Hydraulic, and cooling systems.
  • Replace and/or Overhaul heavy components, such as, engines, transmissions, rear end assemblies.
  • Report to work during snow duty, as required, to provide support to snow removal staff.
  • Prepare vehicles for exhaust emission/opacity sampling and testing by performing air pollution control maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, and repair.
  • Perform work in a general shop environment or in the field, may be under adverse weather or work conditions while on emergency service calls.
  • Perform School Bus Driver duties as required.
  • Assist other workers in diagnosis, inspection, and repair of vehicles and equipment per CDE and shop policy as required.
  • Record repairs made, parts used, and time worked, through use of fleet software.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of three years experience in: Vehicle Maintenance
  • Complete and submitted BVSD online application
  • Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English, must pass English component of interview process
  • Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade (experience)
  • Possess or obtain and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with P and S endorsements with no restrictions for air brake; must acquire within 60 working days
  • Obtain and maintain a Department of Transportation Medical Examiner's Certificate; must acquire within 2 months
  • CDE Inspectors Certificate; must acquire within 90 working days
  • Pre-employment/post offer examination
  • Submit Motor Vehicle Record and be insurable per CSDSIP
  • Fleet software; must acquire a working knowledge within 60 working days
  • Must have a valid driver's license

Preferred:

  • ASE certificate and/or Master
  • Must have basic hand tools and tool box
  • Basic understanding of Desktop computer or tablet
  • Ability to operate air conditioning, emission testing and other types of technical diagnostic equipment
  • Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems and to fabricate and install parts and tools
  • Ability to operate motorized equipment
  • Light or medium fabrication skills
  • Skill in locating and adjusting defects in automotive equipment

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

  • External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
  • Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
  • If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
  • Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

  • Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Aflac
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Flexible Spending Plans
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html


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