Lead Mechanic

Salary : $6,022.00 - $7,322.00 Monthly
Location : 2335 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 27-N-LEAD (2627)
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 4:30 PM Pacific


Selection Procedure
FILING DEADLINE - SEPTEMBER 18, 2026, 4:30 PM
District Classified application and supplemental form must be submitted to the Personnel Commission Office by the filing deadline.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
This is a PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill a vacancy. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list.
The current vacancy is full-time, 12 months per year, Monday-Friday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM.

The recruitment process will consist of a written and/or performance examination and an oral technical interview, which are tentatively scheduled during the weeks of September 21-October 2, 2026 . Qualified applicants will be notified by US mail or email.
Basic Function


Under the direction of the Supervisor-Transportation, oversee evening shift operations, participate in major and minor repairs of school buses and a variety of District automotive and mechanical equipment, perform journey-level repair, maintenance and overhaul of gasoline and diesel engines in District vehicles including buses and trucks; plan, assign and review the work of others during an assigned shift.
Education & Experience


Any combination equivalent to: three years journey-level mechanical maintenance experience.

Licenses and Other Requirements
Valid California Class B driver's license. Employees in this classification must maintain insurability at the District's standard rate during the term of employment.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Torrance Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Torrance Unified will provide you with one upon notice.
Torrance Unified School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. For more information visit the following link:
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The following questions have been designed to allow you the opportunity to provide a more detailed description of your knowledge, skills, abilities, background, training and experience as related to the position you are applying for. Please provide detailed responses for each question. Where applicable, responses must include the name of your employer(s), dates of employment where you performed the duty, and the title of your position(s) where you performed the function. Be aware that you are competing in the first phase of the examination process. It is your responsibility to ensure that all information you deem important to your candidacy is included. A resume or referral to a resume in lieu of a response is not acceptable. This supplemental application must be typed or legibly printed. Applicants that submit an illegible or incomplete application will be disqualified from consideration.By entering your name below, I hereby certify that all statements made in this supplemental form are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any misstatement of material facts will subject me to disqualification or dismissal.
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This is a PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN recruitment. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list. Are you a current probationary or permanent employee of the Torrance Unified School District?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please list the classification(s) held and date(s) of employment. If you answered "No" to the above question, please type "N/A".
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This position requires three (3) years journey-level mechanical maintenance experience. How many years of journey-level mechanical maintenance experience do you possess?

• I do not have experience in this area.
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

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This position requires the possession of a valid California Class B Driver's License. Do you have a VALID California Class B Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

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What is your Driver's License Number? (If this does not apply, please type N/A.)
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What is your Driver's License expiration date? (If this does not apply, please type N/A.)
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REFERENCES:Prior to employment by the Torrance Unified School District current and former employers may be requested to give information concerning your work records. By typing your name below you certify you understand you must list two professional references.
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First Professional Reference Name:
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Position Title:
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Phone Number:
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Second Professional Reference Name:
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Position Title:
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Phone Number:
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