Mechanic Instructional Assistant

Job Summary: General Information Willamette Education Service District is accepting applications for a full-time (40 hours per week) Mechanic Instructional Assistant position. Successful candidate will work as a member of the Willamette Career Academy, part of the School Improvement Services Department, and will follow a 187-day calendar. This position will be based at the Willamette ESD Willamette Career Academy in Salem, OR and will begin as soon as possible upon conclusion of the selection process. Salary and Benefits - This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) Classified position represented by the Oregon School Employees Association. - Placement on the Willamette ESD Classified Salary Schedule Range 14, Step 1-6; ($20.73-$26.49 per hour) will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training and experience. - Willamette ESD supports payment for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for eligible employees. Employer-paid PERS, holidays, sick leave, and personal days are also provided to eligible employees.

Job Responsibilities: The Mechanic Instructional Assistant will assist in the training of students who are interested in learning about the diesel industry. Under the supervision of the Teacher, the Mechanic Instructional Assistant will be responsible for encouraging and demonstrating to youth the various areas of the diesel industry. This is an excellent opportunity to mentor and continually learn about the new technologies in the rapidly changing diesel field. This position will work in the new diesel shop within the Willamette Career Academy. The program will serve and provide equitable access to students and business partners from across Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties. The Willamette Career Academy is designed to emphasize innovation, informed by student and industry input. The Willamette Career Academy will prepare students for in-demand jobs and provide access to further education and training in career pathways.

Required Skills and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and at least one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior successful experience working in an educational setting strongly preferred. Consideration will be given to an alternative combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others, honors and understands diverse cultures. Knowledgeable of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and practices. Able to hold opposing viewpoints and perspectives while building trust.

Compensation: ($20.73-$26.49 per hour

Apply Online: Applications must be submitted online at https://willamette.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Applicants must submit a completed application with a resume and a letter of introduction. Applications missing these items are considered incomplete and will not be considered. Copies of transcripts and license(s) must be uploaded to the application for all licensed positions. Successful applicants to Licensed positions will be required to provide official transcripts to Human Resources before completion of the hiring process.

If you require assistance with the application or interview process due to a disability, please call Director of Human Resources at (503) 385-4752. Alternate formats are available upon request.