Salary : $51,720.00 - $66,036.00 Annually
Location : Santa Monica, CA
Job Type: PERMANENT, 12-MONTH
Job Number: 561546-24-01C
Department: TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date: 07/18/2023
BASIC FUNCTION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Benefits Include:

• Employees' children are eligible to attend SMMUSD schools
• PERS (retirement pension)
• 12 paid vacation days (annual)
• Up to 18 paid holidays
• 12 paid sick days (annual)

NOTE: This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and may close without notice. The next screening of applicants will take place October 23, 2023.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, perform journey-level mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of a variety of District vehicles and equipment, including gasoline and diesel-powered equipment and grounds maintenance equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience inspecting, servicing, and repairing equipment or vehicles that weigh 14,000 pounds or more.

EQUIVALENCY PROVISION:
Possession of an ASE Certification may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:

• Possession of a California Driver License and proof of insurability are required
• Employees within this classification are subject to alcohol/controlled substance tests
• Employees within this classification are required to obtain the licenses and certifications necessary to meet the minimum qualifications of an SMMUSD Bus Driver within the six-month probationary period to maintain employment

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
JOB DUTIES:

• Repairs and maintains gasoline, diesel-powered equipment, including buses, heavy vehicles, trucks, vans, cars, and other large and small grounds equipment
• Inspects and diagnoses mechanical malfunctions in gasoline and diesel engines; removes and installs engines, clutch assemblies, transmissions, differentials, and other assemblies
• Diagnoses, repairs, and rebuilds engine electrical and ignition systems, such as batteries, distributors, relays, alternators, starters, and related systems
• Determines necessary parts for repair; requisitions equipment, tools, parts, and materials according to established procedures
• Performs routine preventative maintenance safety checks and inspections; completes and submits vehicle maintenance and California Highway Patrol inspection reports as required
• Repairs and installs tires; maintains proper inflation level of tires
• Lubricates buses, automotive, and other power equipment, replaces defective lubrication fittings; inspects and fills gearboxes with lubricants
• Adjusts and line brakes; maintains, rebuilds, and replaces air and hydraulic brake system components; changes and balances tires
• Operates a variety of specialized electronic diagnosis equipment and machinery
• Conducts road tests for vehicles; responds to emergency road calls and makes roadside repairs as necessary
• Operates a school bus to transport students as assigned
• Maintains shop area, equipment, and tools in a safe, clean, and orderly condition
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Techniques and practices of maintenance and repair of heavy and light automotive vehicles and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Operation, theory, and principles of gasoline, diesel-powered engines.
• Methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnostic procedures for vehicles and equipment.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.

ABILITY TO:

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide variety of large and small gasoline and diesel powered equipment and small engines.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and computerized malfunctions.
• Operate specialized equipment used in repairing or servicing of vehicles.
• Read and apply technical and mechanical diagrams, schematics, and repair manuals.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Maintain records related to safety, preventive maintenance, and work performed.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Be flexible.

SUPERVISION AND WORKING CONDITIONS

SUPERVISION:
General supervision is received from management within Transportation. No supervision of other staff is exercised.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Shop environment; subject to driving a vehicle to conduct work; subject to driving during adverse weather conditions.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Lifting and carrying heavy objects; bending; reaching above the shoulder, overhead, and horizontally; crawling; seeing to perform and observe repairs; dexterity of hands and fingers to safely and efficiently operate specialized tools and equipment; standing for extended periods of time; hearing to listen to engines; hearing and speaking to exchange information.
HAZARDS:
Work around grease, diesel, and gasoline powered equipment; solvents, chemical cleaners, machinery having moving parts; exhaust fumes and gasoline.

SELECTION PROCEDURES
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for an employment opportunity with the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, it is necessary for you to complete an official District Application and Supplemental Questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. The application is part of the examination process and is part of your total evaluation of qualifications for employment.
THE EXAMINATION PROCESS:
For those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process will consist of any one or more of the following: Training and Experience Evaluation, Written Test, Performance Test, and/or Structured Interview. Additional information pertaining to the examination process will be emailed to those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.
EXAMINATION PROTESTS:
Protest of any part of the examination process must be in writing and received in the office of the Director of Classified Personnel no later than five (5) working days from the date you were notified of examination results. All notifications are sent electronically via email. Any protest must include rationale to support the protest and must be based on illegal discrimination, abuse of discretion, or procedure/process error. We are not responsible for any incoming mail that is lost or misdirected after it has been entrusted to the US Postal Service.
ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABLED:
If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these examination procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing at the time you submit your application.
ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY LIST:
This examination process shall be open to all qualified applicants and shall result in one integrated eligibility list. All eligibility lists shall be established in accordance with Personnel Commission rules and shall be established for a period one (1) year, unless otherwise noted, or until there are fewer than three (3) ranks of eligible candidates who are available. Candidates are placed on the eligibility list in rank order according to their final examination score. Final examination scores will not change, but ranking may change as other candidates are added or removed from the list.
ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT:
Generally, new employees start at the first step on the appointed salary schedule. When filling a permanent vacancy, a new employee may request a higher salary placement based on having training and experience that greatly exceeds the minimum qualifications. An employee may submit a formal request for advanced step consideration on or after the first day of employment. Education transcripts, training certificates, and additional references may be requested for verification purposes.
HOW YOU WILL HEAR FROM US:
All correspondence and notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent to the email address you provide. It is your responsibility to review, follow instructions, and respond to information in a timely manner; as if it was a function of your job.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR
JOB APPLICANTS
ACCOMODATION FOR DISABLED: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these selection procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing and attach your request to the completed application packet.
PREFERENCE POINTS: Seniority credit, based on length of service, is added to the final passing score of permanent employees. Veteran's credits are added for entry level examinations as follows: 5 points for non-disabled veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans. "Veteran" is defined as serving at least 30 days active duty during war or qualifying armed conflict. A DD-214 must be presented on or before date of the examination.
ELIGIBILITY LIST: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed in rank order on the eligibility list. Final selection will be made from the top three available ranks only. When a promotional and open eligibility list is established, the promotional list will be used first. Eligibility lists are usually established for one calendar year.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All potential employees must provide evidence of their identity and authorization to work in the United States before they will be hired. State law requires employees to provide proof that they have had a recent negative tuberculosis test result. All new employees are fingerprinted and conviction records, if any, are checked.
SALARIES, MERIT INCREASES & ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT: Salaries generally begin on the first step of the appropriate salary range. Permanent employees receive an increase after six months of continuous satisfactory service and equal raises based on merit at subsequent one year intervals for a total of five increases. Relevant experience and/or education in excess of entry requirements may permit employment at other than the first step. If employed at a higher step, salary increases are granted annually until reaching the end of the salary range.
BENEFITS: Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per bargaining unit contract or Personnel Commission Merit Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to full-time employees and their families, which includes major medical and dental. (Permanent employees who work less than full-time, but a minimum of four (4) hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned hours for major medical and dental.) Employees belong to the Public Employees' Retirement System to which the District makes contributions approximately equal to those deducted from the employee's pay.
Assuring Equal Opportunities through the Merit System since 1938.
SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
1717 4th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District does not discriminate based on actual or perceived sex, age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, mental and/or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
(Revised April 2008)
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: The information you provide on this application will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please be accurate, truthful, and thorough in your responses as your application is part of the selection process. Referring to your application/resume, listing "see resume", or incomplete responses will NOT qualify as a response to any question and may result in DISQUALIFICATION .Your experience, education, training, and certification must be listed on your application in order to be considered. Any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from this examination process and possible bar from future employment opportunities with Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

02

Please read the following statement regarding compensation: New employees start on the first step (Step A) of their classification's salary range. Heavy Duty Vehicle & Equipment Mechanic begins on step A: $24.87 per hour. On the first day of employment, new employees will be given 60 days to submit a formal request for advanced step placement.Employees who have experience and education that greatly exceed the minimum qualifications may be considered for placement on steps above A. ONLY INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT. Transcripts, certificates, and additional references or materials may be requested for verification purposes.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

03

Select the option below that best corresponds with your employment status:

• I am a current employee of SMMUSD
• I am a former employee of SMMUSD
• Neither of the above

04

Select the option below that best describes your highest level of education completed:

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree
• None of the above

05

Select the option below that best describes the amount of experience you have inspecting, servicing, and repairing equipment or vehicles that weigh 14,000 pounds or more :

• No experience in this area
• Some experience, but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2
• 2 years but less than 3
• 3 years but less than 4
• 4 years or more

06

Describe your experience inspecting, servicing, and repairing equipment or vehicles that weigh 14,000 pounds or more/b>.Provide details about the types of services, repairs and vehicles/equipment you worked on. This will be used to help determine if you meet the minimum qualifications so please be as thorough as necessary.
07

Are you recognized as a National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)-Certified Master Technician?

• Yes
• No

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All Heavy Duty Vehicle and Equipment Mechanics are required to obtain the licenses and certifications necessary to meet the minimum qualifications of an SMMUSD Bus Driver within the six-month probationary period in order to maintain employment as a Heavy Duty Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic.This includes, but is not limited to: 1. Valid California Class A or B driver license with P & S endorsement2. Valid California Special Driver Certificate (School Bus)

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

09

Vehicle and Equipment Mechanics are required to drive buses and other vehicles in order to transport students, conduct road tests, and make roadside repairs.Those that meet the minimum qualifications will be required to provide a California DMV driving record no more than 30 days old to demonstrate that they have no violations, at-fault accidents, or traffic-related convictions.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

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Employees within this classification are subject to alcohol/controlled substance tests

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

Required Question