Lead Mechanic

Thermalito Union Elementary School District

Oroville, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30.74–$44.39 Per Hour
SKILLS
California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), Diesel Engine, Electricity, High School Diploma, Primary School, Retirement Plan
LOCATION
Oroville, CA
POSTED
8 days ago

Lead Mechanic at Thermalito Union Elementary School District

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Application Deadline

Until Filled

Date Posted

7/13/2026

Contact

Anna Nielsen

(530) 538-8828

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$30.74 - $44.39 Per Hour

Add l Salary Info

Range 39 - step placement dependent on experience

Length of Work Year

July 1 to June 30 (232 duty days - pro-rated upon hire) This is an ongoing assignment.

Employment Type

Full Time

Duty Hours

Monday - Friday; 8 hours daily

Work Shift

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (1 hour lunch)

Benefits:

District Contributes $12,500 annually towards Health and Welfare Benefits

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Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS: 1) Associate's Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in Electrical/Electronic Systems, Diesel Engines and Engine Repairs -OR- High School Diploma or GED equivalency with two years, or more, of related experience/training, or combination of education and training in Electrical/Electronic Systems, Diesel Engines and Engine Repairs. 2) CPR/First Aid Certificate (or CHP First Aid Testing) 3) CA Class B Commercial License with Air Brake, "P" and "S" endorsements 4) Addition to Bus Driver Testing Pool (under CA Vehicle Code); required to submit to random drug and alcohol testing under the guidelines of the DOT Bus Driver Pool 5) Candidate must pass a pre-employment DOT Physical, thereafter, every two years, or every year if over the age of 65, or as required for medical issues 6) Bendix, Electrical/Electronic Systems and Wheelchair Lift Service and Repair Certificate within 6 months of employment Please note: Hiring preference will be given to applicants who have a current Class B License and School Bus Certificate. Applicants without a Class B License and School Bus Certificate may be considered. If hired without a Class B License and School Bus certificate, the employee would be given up to 6 months from date of hire to obtain a Class B License and School Bus certificate.

Requirements / Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS: 1) Associate's Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in Electrical/Electronic Systems, Diesel Engines and Engine Repairs -OR- High School Diploma or GED equivalency with two years, or more, of related experience/training, or combination of education and training in Electrical/Electronic Systems, Diesel Engines and Engine Repairs. 2) CPR/First Aid Certificate (or CHP First Aid Testing) 3) CA Class B Commercial License with Air Brake, "P" and "S" endorsements 4) Addition to Bus Driver Testing Pool (under CA Vehicle Code); required to submit to random drug and alcohol testing under the guidelines of the DOT Bus Driver Pool 5) Candidate must pass a pre-employment DOT Physical, thereafter, every two years, or every year if over the age of 65, or as required for medical issues 6) Bendix, Electrical/Electronic Systems and Wheelchair Lift Service and Repair Certificate within 6 months of employment Please note: Hiring preference will be given to applicants who have a current Class B License and School Bus Certificate. Applicants without a Class B License and School Bus Certificate may be considered. If hired without a Class B License and School Bus certificate, the employee would be given up to 6 months from date of hire to obtain a Class B License and School Bus certificate.

Comments and Other Information

APPLICATION INFORMATION: 1) All external candidates must submit a completed application packet to be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. 2) Deadline to apply: This position is open until filled. To receive full consideration please apply by Tuesday, July 21, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m. 3) Applications must include all of the required documentation: Edjoin.org Application Resume Two letters of recommendation related to employment Copies of endorsements and certificates preferred 4) To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 5) Persons applying for employment in the Thermalito Union Elementary School District, who receive a conditional offer of employment, will be required to submit to a departmet of justice, fingerprint based, background check, DOT urine drug screen, DOT Physical and provide proof of TB clearance.

Comments and Other Information

APPLICATION INFORMATION: 1) All external candidates must submit a completed application packet to be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. 2) Deadline to apply: This position is open until filled. To receive full consideration please apply by Tuesday, July 21, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m. 3) Applications must include all of the required documentation: Edjoin.org Application Resume Two letters of recommendation related to employment Copies of endorsements and certificates preferred 4) To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 5) Persons applying for employment in the Thermalito Union Elementary School District, who receive a conditional offer of employment, will be required to submit to a departmet of justice, fingerprint based, background check, DOT urine drug screen, DOT Physical and provide proof of TB clearance.

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