Lead Mechanic

Location:

Facilities Management

Recruiting Start Date:

07/24/2026

This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated Start Date:

08/12/2026Provides proper and regular maintenance of the district’s fleet to ensure student safety; requires implementation of preventative maintenance schedules as well as prioritization and completion of unscheduled maintenance; directly oversees the work of the mechanics team

Incumbent must meet pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements; subject to random drug and alcohol testing, including reasonable suspicion.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists in the development of appropriate practices related to vehicle specifications and procurement
• Attends professional meetings, seminars and workshops with supervisor approval
• Collects, prioritizes, and responds to all daily deficiency reports
• Develops a consistent, effective schedule to assure that each vehicle and support item undergoes a safety/preventative maintenance inspection on a regular basis, including the State Vehicle Emission Inspections
• Develops and institutes work area requirements for the maintenance facility
• Establishes and maintains safety procedures and guidelines
• Keeps current with Colorado Rules and Regulations
• Monitors the shop areas and staff members for safe working conditions and practices
• Qualifies for district's Vehicle Operator License Insurance
• Returns telephone calls promptly and ensures that appropriate action is taken
• Reviews tools/equipment requirements and develop systems to ensure items are on hand or on order
• Road tests vehicles and inspects staff member work as necessary
• Tracks and documents regular maintenance, defect reporting, road calls, fuel and oil use, and repair history

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems
• Ability to analyze malfunctions in equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to input work orders on a computer and generate reports if needed
• Ability to lead and oversee staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to make minor/major repairs on mechanical equipment
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands
• Ability to operate and care for mechanized equipment
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Ability to read/write/speak the English language and follow directions in English effectively
• Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
• Ability to train others in procedures and the use of equipment
• Ability to use computer equipment and related software to support diagnostics
• Ability to use the computer to support essential job functions
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently on assignments without supervision
• Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions
• Considerable knowledge of computer equipment and related software for diagnostics
• Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of all applicable safety procedures
• Knowledge of proper vehicle maintenance procedures
• Knowledge of repair and operations of machinery and equipment
• Organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people including trainees, coworkers, administrators, vendors, and the general public
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of related skills such as welding, ironwork, and sheet metal work

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
• Work is generally conducted in a garage/maintenance facility setting.
• The incumbent may experience exposure to fumes, odors, and electrical and maintenance hazards associated with the working environment.
• The incumbent may experience exposure to weather elements while performing duties.
• The incumbent may be called upon to perform duties in response to inclement weather.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
• Has visual capacity enabling safe operation of tools and machinery
• Subject to hazardous conditions of ice and snow while performing duties
• Lifts or carries burdens up to 50 lbs., and pushes and/or pulls other burdens weighing 50 lbs.
• Strength and flexibility: stands, climbs, stoops, kneels, bends, crouches, crawls, twists, reaches, sits, navigates on a creeper, and walks while performing duties

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) -Class B - Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Experience in a Mechanical Service Position, High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalentAutomotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) -Class A - Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)

Compensation Range:

$28.89-30.33

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Hours per Day:

8.0 hour(s) per day

Number of Days per Year:

260 Days M-FFull-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)[email protected]