Maintenance Mechanic - Fabricator

Maintenance Mechanic - Fabricator

Cedar Rapids Community School District ELSC - Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Teach Iowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs.

Job : 5682791
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 30, 2026 7:03 PM (UTC)

Maintenance Mechanic Fabricator

Location:

ELSC
Classification:
Category "E" Building and Grounds/Custodial Employees Salary Schedule

Start Date:

To be determined

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Foreman, the Maintenance Mechanic Fabricator performs maintenance, repair, and fabrication work on district equipment and facilities.

• Respond to work orders promptly; identify faults, failures, or hazards
• Troubleshoot issues and perform necessary repairs
• Read and interpret manuals, blueprints, and instructions
• Clean, repair, and install equipment and parts
• Operate hand and power tools safely
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Perform fabrication and welding repairs as assigned
• Maintain equipment in the ELSC maintenance shop
• Repair equipment in school industrial technology areas as needed
• Recommend repairs or equipment replacements
• Follow all safety and performance standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Hours may be adjusted as needed for repairs outside regular work hours)

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Valid Iowa driver's license (acceptable driving record required)

• Working knowledge of welding and fabrication (within 6 months)
• General knowledge of MEP systems (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), including:
• Breakers, transformers, boilers, heat pumps
• Motors, pumps, valves
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, and technical manuals
• Experience using tools, equipment, and maintenance vehicles

• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working at heights and in various weather conditions
• Basic computer skills (email and web‑based systems)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and interruptions

• Read, analyze, and apply technical documents and regulations
• Communicate clearly in both written and verbal forms
• Maintain effective working relationships with staff and students
• Interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats

• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
• Capable of performing manual labor
• Able to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work on scaffolding
• Work indoors and outdoors in hot and cold conditions
• Good vision (close, color, and focus adjustment)
• Physical ability to safely operate tools and equipment

• Hourly Rate: $24.15
• Benefits per agreement with Cedar Rapids Custodial & Maintenance Employee Association, including:
• Health insurance
• Paid leave time
• IPERS retirement program

Chris Gates
Buildings & Grounds
2500 Edgewood Rd NW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
cgates

Position Type:
Full-time

Job Categories:
Career and Technical Education >
Industrial Mechanics;
Support Staff >
Custodian;
Support Staff >
Maintenance.

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