Preventative Maintenance- Mechanic

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement program

Health care package

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids, Iowa Position: Preventative Maintenance Mechanic in the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Under Buildings and Grounds supervision, the role includes PM of HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and related facility systems, with responsibilities ranging from reading blueprints to maintaining safety standards.

The position requires driving, physical tasks, and shift flexibility. Salary and benefits follow the Local 199 agreement.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) systems found in school buildings.
• Ability to read sketches, blueprints, and specification manuals from oral or written instructions.
• Valid Iowa State Driver's license with a record that's satisfactory to the District and the District's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) to all aspects of the physical plant equipment including HVAC, lighting, and plumbing components.
• Provide support to the Operations Department in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Fabrication, and other general operational needs.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the trade.
• Report to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis with a strong attendance history.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

MEP knowledge

Blueprints reading

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Weather adaptability

Problem solving

Reliability

Independent work

Education

GED

Job description

Preventative Maintenance- Mechanic

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942581
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 28, 2026 7:02 PM (UTC)

Job Description

CEDAR RAPIDS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

POSITION TITLE: Preventative Maintenance Mechanic

PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Buildings and Grounds Manager and/or the Preventative Maintenance Specialist, the Preventive Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the following:

• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) to all aspects of the physical plant equipment including but not limited to HVAC equipment, lighting systems, and plumbing components.
• Provide support to the Operations Department in a variety of areas including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Fabrication, and other general operational needs.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the trade.
• Report to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis with a strong attendance history.
• Other duties may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/APTITUDES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) systems found in school buildings.
• Ability to work from and read sketches, blueprints, and specification manuals from oral or written instructions.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical ability to perform demanding tasks including lifting, bending, climbing, and working from ladders and lifts or scaffolding.
• Must be willing to work under adverse weather conditions.
• Varied work day (hours can vary from 1st shift 7:00am3:30pm to 2nd shift 11:00am7:30pm and others as necessary).
• Capable of representing the school District in a professional manner, which includes but is not limited to confidentiality, communication skills, and ability to present a professional personal image.
• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to problem solve independently and with others.
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Iowa State Driver's license with a record that's satisfactory to the District and the District's insurance carrier (required).

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtractions, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals and fractions.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues, community members, staff and students. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk and hear. Applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently. Applicants must be able to climb up and down ladders and work from a platform lift. Sufficient physical strength and ability to perform manual labor and to work from ladders and scaffolding. Must be in excellent physical condition. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while working with equipment, computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.

CLASSIFICATION:

Salary and benefits in accordance with Work Agreement with Local 199, Service Employees International Union.

• Category "D" of the salary schedule for Building & Grounds Employees
• $23.09/hour
• IPERS retirement program
• Health care package
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

EMPLOYMENT DATE: To be determined.

This is a resume based job. A complete resume must be submitted with this application.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is often quiet but may become loud in large group
settings. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that will require
the employee arrive and leave as directed and may require the employee to extend beyond a
typical 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. workday. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures
but will be required to work occasionally in outdoor environments.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Cedar Rapids Community School district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district
does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age,
marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation for the known
disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If
you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Executive
Director of Human Resources at 319-558-2747.

Required Education Level: GED

Hiring Manager: Chris Gates

Email: [e-mail]

Contact Information: Chris Gates, Manager of Buildings and Grounds
2500 Edgewood Road NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
319-558-2202

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Career and Technical Education > Industrial Mechanics

Support Staff > Custodian

Support Staff > Maintenance

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2500 Edgewood Road NW
• Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]