Mechanic / Transportation Helper JobID: 4892
Position Type:
Maintenance Trades/Mechanical
Date Posted:
6/4/2026
Location:
Transportation
Closing Date:
06/17/2026
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Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future. Whether you're working in a classroom, driving a school bus, preparing lunches, or supporting one of the many operational and administrative functions, our goal is to create socially, emotionally and intellectually safe learning environments for each student, every day!
Position Information:
This position provides mechanical and maintenance assistance in the Transportation Division under the direction of a Foreman or designee. The responsibilities include assistance to bus mechanics and drivers, maintenance of supplies for assigned area and upkeep of the Transportation grounds and buildings.
Shift Details: 8 hours a day; 260 day calendar
Continuing Position: Employees have reasonable assurance of continued employment to the following school year. However, an employee's total work hours, work locations, and the designated beginning and ending times may vary.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate $36.00 to $36.50 (hourly) (2025-2026 Maintenance Trades Employee Salary Schedule)
Position Type: Position Name Group Level 1
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Required Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and equipment employed in minor repairs on vehicles and miscellaneous building maintenance.
Ability to perform basic mechanical, electrical and plumbing maintenance.
Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and plumbing problems.
Ability to change tires on various vehicles, make repairs, and attach snow chains.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to prioritize, respond to emergencies and re-prioritize as necessary.
Ability to accurately complete and maintain written records and forms.
Licenses/Special Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the following:
Benefits:
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides access to health care services. Our benefits are provided to eligible positions through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board). Eligibility for SEBB state health insurance coverage is determined by working 630 hours during the school year.
Eligibility for a state retirement plan through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) is determined upon hire and is based on a variety of factors.
Below is a general description of benefits and other compensation to be offered for eligible employees:
How to Apply:
Complete all steps and submit an Employment Application through Edmonds School District on Applitrack.com. Please make sure to select the desired job vacancy in Step 4 of the application process. Due to the number of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
A Complete Application Includes:
Cover Letter, Resume, 2 Letters of Recommendation and 2 Confidential Reference Surveys (forms will be automatically emailed to your references). Only complete applications will be screened.
Edmonds School District does not discriminate in any program or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed religion, color, national origin, age veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: