Garage Supervisor

Salary : $88,500.00 - $115,992.00 Annually
Location : 013 - Transportation, 501 Crescent Way, Anaheim, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-R03-MD
Department: Business
Division: Transportation
Opening Date: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 11/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, plan, organize and supervise the work of assigned personnel; assist the Director of Transportation in preparation of records and management reports; participate in the repair and maintenance of District vehicles; assist in coordinating vehicle maintenance with other departments.
Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Graduation from high school supplemented by an apprenticeship in equipment maintenance or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:
Four years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy gasoline and diesel vehicles, work scheduling and parts ordering.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement at time of appointment, and throughout employment in a position in this classification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Standard practices, methods, materials and equipment used in the repair of various automotive equipment.
California codes relative to the maintenance and inspection of school buses.
Safety principles and practices applicable to vehicle repair.
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.

ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the operation of the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment.
Diagnose and repair any difficulty in the proper operation of District operated equipment.
Select, train, evaluate and assist with the discipline of employees in automotive repair and maintenance.
Read, understand and interpret codes, regulations and policies related to vehicle maintenance.
Establish and monitor effective record-keeping procedures.
Operate a vehicle.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Pulling, pushing, lifting and carrying heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
Walking or standing for extended periods.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate power tools and equipment.
Seeing to observe and perform repairs.
Climbing ladders and working from bus tops.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Vehicle and equipment repair shop environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Emergency call-out.
Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.
Regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors.

HAZARDS
Subject to noise and fumes from equipment operation.
Exposure to chemical fumes and vapors such as gasoline and diesel fuel.
Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working on ladders.
Working around moving objects or vehicles.
Traffic hazards.
Examples of Duties

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.

GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plan, schedule, assign and inspect the work of assigned garage personnel and outside vendors. E

Participate in vehicle maintenance and repair performing skilled repair of gasoline and diesel vehicles and field testing equipment. E

Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; assist in the implementation of discipline procedures. E

Schedule and coordinate school bus fleet maintenance with student transportation program and maintain records in conformance with State regulations. E

Arrange for contract repairs to vehicles and components, approve payment for services completed and maintain records of work performed. E

Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory and proper storage of parts and supplies. E

Recommend vehicle equipment repair and replacement and major repair equipment purchases. E

Cooperate with driving personnel in the investigation and resolution of bus malfunctions. E

Compile and prepare periodic written reports. E

Administer and schedule Government Vehicle Inspection Program (SMOG); file annual report with Bureau of Automotive Repair. E

Perform related duties as assigned.
Recruitment Information

RECRUITMENT TYPE: OPEN Anyone may apply.

CERTIFICATION TYPE: OPEN Qualified candidates, or Eligibles, who pass all testing stages will be placed on one eligibility list. The top 3 ranks of Eligibles will be certified for a hiring interview.
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applications must be submitted online. Applications and requests for testing will not be accepted after the recruitment closing date and time. Applicants may be rejected on the basis of an incomplete application or failure to meet minimum qualifications. The application is part of the selection process and is part of an overall assessment of acceptability for employment. All information provided is subject to independent verification of its accuracy. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide correct contact information by which to be notified.
Note: You will eventually be disqualified in the recruitment process if you fail to disclose relevant information regarding your conviction history. It is the disclosure of the conviction that is most important in many cases.

SCREENING PROCESS
The screening process for this position, which may be subject to modification, will include some form of a(n): application screening, initial qualifications screening, documentation/certification screening, and supplemental application screening. The stated qualifications for the position represent only the minimum requirements and do not guarantee qualification for examination or placement on an eligibility list.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination may consist of any combination of a(n): training and experience (T&E) evaluation, written knowledge test, hands on/performance test, structured panel interview, situational judgement interview, or other type of exam of fitness for duty. All parts of the examination process are job related. A passing score must be attained on each portion of the exam to advance to the next stage and ultimate placement on an eligibility list.

EXAM PROTESTS
Protest of any part of the exam process must be in writing and submitted to the Personnel Director no later than five (5) working days from the date you participated in the exam. Any protest must include rationale to support the protest and shall include supporting documentation or references. Protests must be based on illegal discrimination, abuse of discretion, or procedure/process error. Protests should NOT be based on receiving unexpected results. We cannot be responsible for lost mail, misdirected mail, or failure of mail to be delivered after it has been entrusted to the U.S. Postal Service.

ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY
Candidates who are successful in all screening and testing stages will be placed on an eligibility list. Typically, an eligibility list for a classification expires after six (6) months or one (1) year. Candidates on the expired eligibility list are no longer considered for positions within the class. Eligibility lists may be extended beyond one year or expire sooner than one year. Eligibility lists may be merged, in which case candidate ranks may change.

SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates on the eligibility list will be called in rank order to participate in final selection interviews with the hiring manager until three ranks of candidates have accepted the invitation to interview. Ranks may include ties so more than three candidates may be called to interview for one vacancy. Please note that candidates will be removed from the eligibility list for declining the invitation to interview more than three (3) times.

OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT
Official offers of employment are ONLY made by the Anaheim Union High School District Human Resources, Classified Office. Offers are subject to satisfactory completion of ALL the pre-employment processing including: successful completion of a physical examination, tuberculosis examination, fingerprint clearance by the California Department of Justice, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT
All new regular classified employees shall be paid in accordance with the salary range established for the class to which assigned. Initial placement will normally be the first step of the salary range. However, a new employee may receive advanced step placement with an approval from Human Resources. Requests for advanced step must be submitted in writing to the Human Resources office before the employee's first day of work. Approval will be based on the following criteria:
A) Additional qualifying experience beyond that required for entry into the class.
B) Additional education at the college level when related to the position, beyond the established educational requirements for entry into the class.
C) Evidence of currently receiving a salary greater than the first step of the salary for the classification.

BENEFITS
Benefits earned by all permanent classified employees:
-Leaves: Sick leave, holidays, bereavement and emergency leaves.
-Retirement: Classified employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employee contribution is 7% of gross earnings.
Benefits earned by all permanent classified employees working 20 hours or more per week:
-Insurance: The District provides medical, dental, vision care, behavioral health and life insurance for the employees and their dependents.

FOR FURTHER JOB INFORMATION ABOUT THE ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, PLEASE GO ONLINE TO WWW.AUHSD.US
Anaheim Union High School District offers an extensive benefits package including 23 vacation days, 14 holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: All statements made in your responses must be true and complete. Your responses to the following questions may be used as a selection tool to determine whether or not you possess the initial qualifications required for this position. Referring to your application or resume will NOT qualify as a response to any question, so assure to answer each question thoroughly.Any misstatements of material facts may subject you to disqualification from further competition at any time during the application/examination process or, if hired, immediate termination. All information provided is subject to verification of its accuracy. Note: Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed online application. All experience, education, training, and certification must be included in your application in order to be considered.

• I have read, understand, and agree with this passage.

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Which of the following best represents your education? Please check the highest level of education you have completed. Please Note: Applicants are required to provide valid proof. Attach your diplomas, transcripts, or degrees to your online application.

• I did not graduate from high school.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completed college coursework in a related field.
• Associate's degree in a related field.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.

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Have you completed an apprenticeship in equipment maintenance or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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List the field of degree(s), apprenticeships, and/or coursework.
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How many years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy gasoline and diesel vehicles, work scheduling and parts ordering do you have?This experience must be reflected on the employment section of your application.

• No experience
• Less than four (4) years of experience
• Four (4) or more years of experience

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Which of the following vehicle types do you have experience performing journey-level mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance on? You may select more than one option.

• Automobiles
• Small trucks
• Large Trucks (more than 2 axles)
• Vans
• Buses-Diesel
• Buses-Propane/Natural Gas
• Buses-Electric
• Tractors
• None of the above

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