Open until filled.  This is a regular, 8 hour/day, year round positon and will begin July 1, 2026.  

 

Application Process:

Current District Regular and Temporary (through June 30, 2026) Employees:

Submit your interest letter in TalentEd/Applicant Tracking, outlining you qualifications for this position.  

 

External Applicants (Including Substitutes and District Coaches):

Submit an electronic application through TalentEd/Applicant Tracking (link on District website or click here      https://hoodriver.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx)

• Include a letter of interest, addressed to Kyle Rosselle, District Transportation and Security Director
• Three (3) recent letters of reference;  
• Current resume.

Job Purpose Statement:

The job of “Transportation Service Person” is done for the purpose of performing routine servicing of school vehicles/equipment, ensuring the availability of vehicles equipment in safe operating condition.  This position performs routine maintenance of district vehicles/equipment under the supervision of the transportation supervisor.  This position does not supervise others.

 

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs preventative vehicle/equipment maintenance (e.g. oil changes, lubrication, filter changes, hose repair, tire assessment/changes, U-joints, exhaust belts, brake system repair) and other repair for the purpose of maintaining vehicles/equipment in a safe operating condition
• Assists the Transportation Maintenance Technician in component repairs as needed
• Maintains consistent and predictable attendance to meet the requirements of the position
• Maintains records of service and reports major problems to the transportation supervisor
• Maintains tools, equipment, and/or shop area for the purpose of ensuring the availability and functioning of required tools and equipment within a safe work environment.
• Drives school buses or vans as needed for the purpose of transportation of students or other needs as required.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed to meet the needs of the district.  

 Other Job Functions:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.  This position does not supervise other employees.

 

Essential Job Requirements - Qualifications:

 

Experience Required: One year related experience in small and/or heavy equipment maintenance

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

• Skills to assist mechanic, operate hand, air and power tools.  English/Spanish Bilingual skills preferred.
• Knowledge of repairs, safe working methods and procedures, traffic laws, first aid, equipment necessary for performance of vehicle/equipment maintenance.  
• Abilities to stand for prolonged periods, perform maintenance duties.  Significant physical abilities include: lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, hearing conversations and other sounds (e.g. air leaks), near/far visual acuity/depth perception and accommodation.  Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. 

Education/Equipment Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.  Must have adequate supply of hand tools to perform repairs (i.e., socket set, wrenches, assortment of screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, etc.)

Licenses and Certifications: 

• Valid Class C Commercial Driver’s License w/airbrake and passenger endorsements
• Successful completion of school bus driver’s exam
• The District is willing to provide training for the successful candidate, in obtaining a CDL and school bus endorsement

Required Testing:

Any offer of employment made by Hood River County School District to an external candidate is contingent upon satisfactory results of: 

• Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
• Post-offer physical abilities assessment.
• Nationwide criminal history verification - a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.
• Fingerprint-based nation-wide background clearance. 

The hourly pay range listed below is for the 2025/26 school year.   The hourly pay range will increase to $24.40 - $27.74/hour beginning July 1, 2026. 

 

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance.  Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.