POSITION: Maintenance A - Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic
LOCATION: Red Clay Maintenance
REPORTS TO: Designated Administrator
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: To provide skilled work at a lead mechanic level. Works independently and performs complete diagnosis on vehicles and equipment, repair, preventative maintenance and road testing with the proper and accurate record keeping.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITY:
- Responsible for maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on vehicles, tractors, light construction equipment, and assigned School District assets.
- Performs mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on lawn equipment, snow blowers, snow removal equipment, chainsaws, generators, custodial cleaning equipment.
- Performs complete tune-ups and repairs on gasoline, propane, and diesel-powered equipment.
- Conducts electrical troubleshooting, locates and repairs wiring faults, and replaces defective electrical components.
- Maintains preventative maintenance schedules and written maintenance records for vehicles and equipment.
- Responds to road service calls and retrieves or repairs disabled vehicles and equipment as required.
- Operates equipment as required, including school buses in emergency situations where applicable.
- Participates in maintenance operations outside their primary trade when needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions and maintain accurate records and reports.
- Physical ability to lift, bend, reach overhead, stand for extended periods, and perform strenuous maintenance activities.
- May be required to work evenings, extended hours, holidays, or emergency call-outs as operational needs require.
- Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety practices, and applicable vehicle/equipment repair techniques.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Twelve-month year
Salary and benefits in accordance with the negotiated Agreement.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with The District's evaluation procedures.
*Safety-sensitive position. Employees holding a school bus driver's license may be subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
To Apply:
External Applicants:
Completed Online Application via Join Delaware Schools
https://www.joindelawareschools.org/
Letter of Interest
Resume'
Three letters of reference
Internal Candidates:
Completed Online Application via Join Delaware Schools
https://www.joindelawareschools.org/
Letter of Interest
Resume'
Contact Information:
Vincent Porcellini, Maintenance Supervisor
Red Clay Consolidated School District
vincent.porcellini@redclay.k12.de.us
302-992-5583
Closing: 7/30/2026 at 11:59PM