Durango School District 9-R is accepting applications for an Oil and Lube Technician in the Transportation Department. Position is full time. Benefits include Health, Dental and Life Insurance plus paid sick, personal and vacation time, as well as Colorado PERA retirement. Position begins September 14, 2026.

For the 26/27 SY, this position includes an $1800 one-time bonus for staff newly hired to the school district who begin their position by October 1, 2026 (pro-rated for late start)

Employee workforce housing available in the 2026/2027 school year

Oil and Lube Technician
- Fuels and performs service island tasks as assigned; verifies operational safety of equipment and devices such as brakes, clutch, lights, mirrors, glass, fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, highway warning kits, horn, warning lights and buzzers, emergency exits, wipers, signs, ties, etc.
- Lubricates buses and other automotive equipment. Lubrication to include chassis lube, oil and filter changes, gearbox fill or drain and flush, wheel bearing pack, air cleaner service,



and all other lubricating procedures as required
- Changes and repairs tires; performs complete battery service and brake adjustments.
- Installs anti-freeze, services cooling systems (fill, drain and flush), inspects, replaces hoses, caps, valves, etc., as required.
- Makes minor repairs by replacing lights, spark plugs, ignition parts, latches, and switches as required.
- Operates lubrication equipment, hoist, air compressor, battery charger, diagnostic equipment, headlight adjustment machine, drills, presses, air wrenches, and other tools and equipment as required in the performance of assigned duties.
- Drives service truck for parts pick-up and roadside service as required.
- Assists in cleaning and organization of the shop, parts room, and other maintenance facilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience High school graduation or equivalent and experience in automotive maintenance and diesel eng

📌 Oil and Lube Technician, Transportation Dept., 1.0 FTE (El Colorado)
🏢 Durango School District 9-R
📍 El Colorado