Mechanic Helper

Young World Physical Education; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Access to wellness services

Employee benefits offerings

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Mechanic Helper in Port Charlotte, Florida. The role includes assisting mechanics in vehicle repairs, maintaining a clean garage area, and performing tire maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have physical strength, knowledge of mechanic methods, and a valid Class A driver's license. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits including wellness services.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work involving physical strength and endurance.
• Knowledge of the methods utilized in general mechanic work.
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Assists mechanics in the repair of vehicles.
• Maintains garage area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Performs tire maintenance and replacement operations.

Skills

Physical strength and endurance

Knowledge of general mechanic work

Valid Class A commercial driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mechanic Helper

Charlotte County Public Schools Murdock Trans 9052 – Port Charlotte, Florida

Starting Date: Immediately

Job ID: 5806034

Posted: Jun 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC). Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18 per hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Charlotte County Public Schools offers a competitive compensation package that includes a robust employee benefits offering with access to plan options for supplemental and optional plans. CCPS offers plan members an onsite Wellness Center that provides no-cost preventative care, low-cost acute care appointments, behavioral health services, and prescription dispensing for select prescriptions at no additional cost.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work involving physical strength and endurance
• Knowledge (or the ability to gain knowledge) of the methods utilized in general mechanic work
• Valid Class A commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements to operate a school bus within six (6) months of employment (or ability to obtain within six (6) months of meeting FDOT licensing requirements)
• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)

*Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assists mechanics in the repair of vehicles.
• Assists in repairs to engines.
• Maintains garage area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Performs tire maintenance and replacement operations.
• Assists in school bus- and other district-vehicles (scheduled) inspections.
• Maintains effective working relationship with other employees.
• Assists in motor vehicle road calls and recoveries.
• Performs other job-related functions as may be assigned.

*Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process.

Charlotte County Public Schools promote Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug-free workplace policy – Charlotte County Public Schools Policy 3124.

Charlotte County Public Schools CONSIDER VETERAN’S PREFERENCES FOR ALL POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH Florida Statute. 295.07.

Contact Information

• Gayelynn Stonis – Fleet Manager
• Transportation 9042
• Phone: [phone] x1553
• Email: [e-mail]