VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FOREPERSON **INTERNAL ONLY**

Property of Highline Public Schools

JOB TITLE: VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FOREPERSON

GROUP: Teamsters II LEVEL: Appendix F FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt WORKDAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 246 HOLIDAYS: 14 SUMMARY: Vehicle Maintenance Foreperson serves as a working lead responsible for coordinating, assigning, and inspecting the work of vehicle maintenance staff while performing journey-level mechanical work. This position supports the Vehicle Maintenance Manager in ensuring the district fleet is maintained in safe, reliable operating condition and that maintenance operations are efficient, compliant, and aligned with district standards.

CONTEXT AND WHO WE ARE: Highline Public Schools serves students and families in the communities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and White Center in Washington state.

OUR PROMISE: Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.

In 2013, families, students, staff and community members across Highline came together to develop a strategic plan that reflects our goals and dreams for students. Our strategic plan is our equity plan and is guided by Our Promise. In 2023, the strategic plan was updated to guide our work, identifying four bold goals:

• Culture of Belonging: A culture where all are welcome, valued, and safe.
• Innovative Learning: Academic experiences that engage, empower, and challenge every student.
• Bilingual & Biliterate: Multicultural skills that enable students to live, work, and communicate across cultures.
• Future Ready: Students explore possibilities and develop mindsets that prepare them for a changing future.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wit h disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Team Coordination

• Act as lead worker for vehicle maintenance staff; assign, prioritize, and inspect work.
• Assist the Vehicle Maintenance Manager in daily shop operations and long-term planning.
• Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Vehicle Maintenance Manager.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to mechanics and other assigned staff.
• Assist in employee selection, onboarding, and performance feedback processes.

Fleet Maintenance and Operations

• Perform complex diagnostics, repair, overhaul, and preventive maintenance on buses, trucks, and district vehicles.
• Assist in diagnosing malfunctions and determining appropriate repair methods.
• Inspect completed work to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Participate in and support a comprehensive preventative maintenance program.

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION: VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FOREPERSON

Highline Public Schools 82V12VMM Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic Page 2 of 3 Property of Highline Public Schools Planning, Inventory, and Records

• Plan and schedule maintenance and repair work; coordinate workflow and shop priorities.
• Maintain work orders, service records, and documentation for compliance and operational tracking.
• Assist with parts procurement, inventory control, and evaluation of materials and equipment
• Evaluate new equipment, tools, and methods and provide recommendations.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards related to student transportation and vehicle maintenance.
• Promote and enforce shop safety practices and proper housekeeping.
• Maintain knowledge of school bus specifications and regulatory requirements.

Other

• Perform journey-level mechanic duties as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Vehicle Maintenance Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent Three years of experience in vehicle maintenance, including heavy-duty diesel, truck, or bus repair Demonstrated experience as a journey-level mechanic

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: Supervisory, lead, or team coordination experience Successful completion of medium/heavy equipment trade program Experience in a school district or public sector fleet environment

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Valid WA State driver's license Pre-employment, post hire physical assessment test Criminal background clearance Within 90 days of hire, obtain a Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with P1 endorsement and air brake restriction removed; maintain license for duration of employment in this position. All certificates, licenses, endorsements, permits, and vaccines (absent exemption) as required for this position by state and local authorities

KNOWLEDGE OF: Vehicle and equipment maintenance, repair, and diagnostic techniques Preventative maintenance programs Safety standards, laws, codes, rules and regulations for school buses and all other types of vehicles Safety standards, laws, codes, and regulations for school buses and fleet vehicles District board policy and procedures

ABILITY TO: Lead, assign, and review the work of others Diagnose and repair a wide range of mechanical and electrical issues Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders JOB DESCRIPTION: VEHICLE MAINTENANCE FOREPERSON

Highline Public Schools 82V12VMM Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic Page 3 of 3 Property of Highline Public Schools Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Maintain effective working relationships Prioritize tasks and manage workflow in a fast-paced environment Follow and enforce safety standards and district procedures

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Vehicle Maintenance Manager

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand/walk; bend neck and back; use hands for repetitive grasping as well as pushing and pulling . The employee is occasionally required to use hands for fine manipulation; squat; kneel; climb stairs/ladders; reach overhead; knee stand and lift/carry. The employee is seldom required to crawl. The employee must frequently lift/carry up to maximum of 20 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift/carry up to a maximum of 73pounds. This position requires the employee to push a maximum force of 19 pounds and pull a maximum force of 106 pounds. Anything over the weight limits should be done as a two -person lift or with a mechanical lift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to adjust focus, night vision, and peripheral vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outdoor conditions, inclement weather, and regularly around diesel and gas fumes. Some work requires the use of video display. The noise level in the work environment is often loud/noisy. The employee is expected to properly use personal protection equipment when provided by the District.

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY Revised and Updated by Human Resources as requested by the Executive Director of Foundational Support, 2027/27/26

Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, honorably -discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Highline Public Schools also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any person having inquiries should contact: Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Act (employees), and Title IX: Chief Talent Officer, 206.631.3121, titleixofficer@highlineschools.org; Civil Righ ts Act: District Ombudsman, 206.631.3104, civilrightscoordinator@highlineschools.org; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act- Director of Social Services, 206.631.3250, 504coordinator@highlineschools.org, Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166