Mechanic at San Luis Coastal USD
About the Employer
San Luis Coastal Unified School District represents the communities of Avila, Edna Valley, Los Osos, Morro Bay, and San Luis Obispo and currently has an enrollment of approximately 7,500 students. Small neighborhood schools are a hallmark of the District where students are educated from preschool through twelfth grade and a world-class adult school program offers unique, life-improving courses to thousands of community members.
Job Summary
Job Summary
As a Mechanic with the Buildings, Grounds, and Transportation Department with SLCUSD, you will perform minor and major mechanical repairs and maintenance on diesel, natural gas, and gasoline-powered vehicles and light and heavy equipment; will independently perform routine mechanical repair and maintenance work; will serve as a substitute school bus driver as required; and will perform related duties as assigned. The candidate selected for the Mechanic position must possess, or have the ability to obtain during the probationary period, a California commercial driver license and a School Bus Driver Certificate. The candidate selected will also be required to participate in District-provided training for Forklift Operator Certification. SLCUSD offers a great benefits package with contributions toward medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, as well as 15 paid holidays per year, and generous vacation and sick time allowances. Additionally, employees receive a step increase after passing probation, and and an annual step increase each year after that.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have at least one year of combined education, training and experience performing maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment, and will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities as specified in the job description. In addition to the above criteria, a complete and thorough application is also required to advance in the recruitment process.
- Driver's License Copy (A valid California driver's license will need to be presented if a contingent offer of employment is made, and candidates must have a good driving history. Driving records will be confirmed. )
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Optional: A signed letter from a professional reference (preferably drafted within the past two years, and on letterhead))
- Resume (If your application does not show your mechanic experience)
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have at least one year of combined education, training and experience performing maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment, and will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities as specified in the job description. In addition to the above criteria, a complete and thorough application is also required to advance in the recruitment process.
- Driver's License Copy (A valid California driver's license will need to be presented if a contingent offer of employment is made, and candidates must have a good driving history. Driving records will be confirmed. )
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Optional: A signed letter from a professional reference (preferably drafted within the past two years, and on letterhead))
- Resume (If your application does not show your mechanic experience)
Comments and Other Information
This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for the mechanic classification with the San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and to fill a current vacancy. The current vacancy is for a full-time position, Monday through Friday.
Fingerprint clearance, TB clearance, and a pre-employment physical clearance will be required before hire, along with completion of all pre-employment onboarding tasks.
Applicants who pass minimum qualification screening will be notified of their eligibility to proceed to a written examination. The timeline for the recruitment is below:
July 06 - Application deadline
July 08 - Eligibility notifications sent through EDJoin
July 14 - Exam
July 14 - Oral Board Interview (for candidates who pass the exam)
TBD - Hiring Interviews (top 3 ranks of candidates will move to hiring interviews)
SPECIAL NOTES: 1) Correctly filling out forms and following other instructions contained in this notice are part of the testing process. 2) Applicants with disabilities need to notify the Human Resources Office of any special needs so that adequate preparation may be made for their testing. 3) Veterans qualifying for the oral board examination may receive 5 additional points added to their final score if proof of discharge is submitted at time of oral board interview. A "veteran" as used here means any person who served in the United States armed forces or National Guard in time of war, or national emergency. 4) Eligibility lists are established for a period of six months from the qualifying interviews.
Comments and Other Information
This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for the mechanic classification with the San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and to fill a current vacancy. The current vacancy is for a full-time position, Monday through Friday.
Fingerprint clearance, TB clearance, and a pre-employment physical clearance will be required before hire, along with completion of all pre-employment onboarding tasks.
Applicants who pass minimum qualification screening will be notified of their eligibility to proceed to a written examination. The timeline for the recruitment is below:
July 06 - Application deadline
July 08 - Eligibility notifications sent through EDJoin
July 14 - Exam
July 14 - Oral Board Interview (for candidates who pass the exam)
TBD - Hiring Interviews (top 3 ranks of candidates will move to hiring interviews)
SPECIAL NOTES: 1) Correctly filling out forms and following other instructions contained in this notice are part of the testing process. 2) Applicants with disabilities need to notify the Human Resources Office of any special needs so that adequate preparation may be made for their testing. 3) Veterans qualifying for the oral board examination may receive 5 additional points added to their final score if proof of discharge is submitted at time of oral board interview. A "veteran" as used here means any person who served in the United States armed forces or National Guard in time of war, or national emergency. 4) Eligibility lists are established for a period of six months from the qualifying interviews.
Application Deadline
7/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
6/12/2026
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$32.76 - $36.12 Per Hour
$32.76 - $36.12 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Pay increase after passing probation, annual pay increase each year thereafter (in accordance with SEIU contract)
Length of Work Year
Year round position, full time (245 work day annually, plus 15 paid holidays)
Employment Type
Full Time