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Academy School District 20

Lead Mechanic (Facilities Management)

colorado springs, CO

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Job description

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 08/12/2026

Provides 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.

Required Qualifications Commercial Drivers License (CDL) -Class B - Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Experience in a Mechanical Service Position, High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification - National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) -Class A - Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)

Compensation Range $

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Hours Per Day 8.0 hour(s) per day

Number Of Days Per Year 260 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility Full-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)

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Worksite address

colorado springs, CO, 80509, US

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