Maintenance III - Mechanic

Young World Physical Education; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Maintenance III – Mechanic to oversee district-wide maintenance. This vital role necessitates a high school diploma and five years of relevant experience in automotive or heavy-duty mechanics. Responsibilities include maintaining vehicles, supervising personnel, and ensuring a safe working environment. The position is full-time, following the OAPSE Agreement with a focus on leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in automotive or heavy-duty mechanics.
• Valid State of Ohio License with CDL Endorsement.
• Physically able to perform tasks required for the job function.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for district-wide maintenance in technical or trades field.
• Perform routine maintenance on motor vehicles and equipment.
• Supervise technical or trades personnel.

Skills

Automotive or heavy-duty mechanics experience

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Ability to work with others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE Certification

Job description

Maintenance III – Mechanic

East Cleveland City Schools District Wide – Cleveland, Ohio

Job Details

Job ID: 5667271

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 24, 2026 2:11 AM (UTC)

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in automotive or heavy‑duty mechanics, which may include fleet experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State of Ohio License with CDL Endorsement and Restrictions S: School Bus.
• Physically able to perform tasks required for the job function (lifting heavy objects, repairs, etc.).
• Ability to provide leadership to staff and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to perform all functions associated with the technical or trade fields.

Desired:

• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to exercise organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to conduct in‑service training of others.
• Ability to perform without constant supervision.
• Ability to take direction from others.
• Ability to make accurate decisions and use good judgment.
• Certification: ASE Certified.

General Description / Specific Performance Indicators

1. Responsible for the district‑wide maintenance in technical or trades field.
   • Maintain a safe working environment and observe good housekeeping in the assigned warehouse space.
   • Develop and prepare an ongoing program for improving, maintaining, repairing, and updating equipment.
   • Recommend to the Facility and Operations Manager the needs in the area of supplies, materials, equipment, and repairs.
   • Maintain proper and detailed records of all supply and materials purchased as well as repairs performed.
   • Refer all uncompleted repair projects to the Facility and Operations Manager.
   • Perform an annual physical inventory on all supplies, materials, tools, and equipment in the assigned area.
   • Assist in receiving and recording of all supplies, materials, tools, and equipment.
2. Responsible for all motor vehicles and equipment assigned to area/department.
   • Perform routine general maintenance as required.
   • Diagnose, examine, and investigate vehicles to determine causes of defective operation.
3. Responsible for the supervision of all technical or trades personnel in the assigned area/department.
   • Maintain proper and detailed work records of all assigned support staff personnel.
   • Develop and maintain a supervisory plan for daily activity of all assigned support staff personnel.
   • Assist in the performance evaluation of all assigned support staff personnel.
4. Demonstrate human relations and communication skills.
   • Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to policies and procedures on the job situations.
   • Interpret and carry out written and oral instructions.
   • Prepare written incident reports and communicate orally with other staff members, students, and supervisors as required.
5. Demonstrate possession of the physical attributes required to perform all essential functions.
   • Demonstrate ability to move, transport, lift, and carry manually or with mechanical assistance (boxes, books, supplies, equipment, and trash receptacles).
   • Demonstrate strength and manual dexterity to operate equipment properly.
   • Must be able to work with hands to manipulate a variety of tools related to repairs and maintenance.
   • May be asked to operate equipment in all types of weather conditions.
6. Perform any and all other related duties or functions that are necessary for the efficient operation of the school district as assigned by the Facility and Operations Manager.

Terms of Employment

Salary: Part‑time per the Negotiated OAPSE Agreement – 260 Days

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories:

• Career and Technical Education – Industrial Mechanics
• Support Staff – Custodian
• Support Staff – Maintenance

Equal Opportunity Employer

The East Cleveland City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, placement, maintenance, promotion or termination of employees on the basis of race, sex, religion or national origin.