Mechanic - Transportation Department
About the job
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Completion of two years of automotive technical training with a certificate or diploma, or five years of experience in an automotive shop, is preferred.
- Computer literacy and basic keyboarding skills are required.
- The employee must obtain an Automotive Service Excellence certification within one year.
- An Arizona Class B commercial driver’s license with a Passenger/School Bus endorsement is required.
- Familiarity with school bus operating systems, including gas and diesel systems, and light-, medium-, and heavy-duty automotive equipment is required.
- The employee must provide their own tools.
- A proven successful employment record is required.
- Perform routine maintenance on the transportation fleet, including oil changes, tire rotations, inspections, and tune-ups.
- Diagnose and repair electrical, engine, and other mechanical issues.
- Install and repair brakes, transmissions, steering mechanisms, and other vehicle parts.
- Conduct vehicle safety inspections before routes begin.
- Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
- Ensure all transportation vehicles are clean.
- Manage and maintain an inventory of parts and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.
About the company
Pinon Unified School District is a public school district serving Piñon, Arizona. It provides elementary, middle, high school, and online education along with transportation, meals, student services, and district operations. The district serves students and families in the local Navajo Nation community and works with public education partners. Its schools combine classroom teaching with special education, counseling, athletics, administration, facilities, transportation, technology, and community engagement. Work spans teachers, instructional support, special education, counseling, transportation, food service, facilities, and administration.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Pinon, Arizona
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- NCES lists 1,019 students for 2024–25, supporting a manageable district scale.
- The district runs active enrollment, federal programs, and community events through 2026.
- JOM funding explicitly supports technology integration, enrichment, and Navajo-language programming.
What critics are saying
- Arizona Auditor General cited USFR noncompliance on June 4, 2026.
- Internal investigators found $115,365.85 cash missing and $2 million in undeposited checks.
- A state financial probe and missing-money scandal threaten superintendent credibility and board stability.
What makes Pinon Unified School District unique
- Piñon USD centers Diné language, culture, history, and immersion through JOM.
- The February 11, 2026 Parent Summit deepens family engagement across the district.
- Construction on the football field and track signals visible campus investment for fall 2026.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Training Programs
Professional Development Budget
Professional Development
Mental Health Support
Retirement Plan