Employment

Motogo’s mission is to teach kids to solve problems through motorcycles.

We do that by bringing back shop class through partnerships with schools and community organizations. We offer STEM curricula year round and our programs align with partner schedules and needs.

Our mission is to teach kids to solve problems through motorcycles.

Our vision is to spark confidence in all people to build their own future.

Our core values are

  • Equity: We strive to create a culture of equity through intentionally including communities of color, women, the LGBTQ community, families of modest means, and other marginalized populations.

  • Working with Your Hands: We believe solving problems by working with your hands awakens a desire for life-long learning.

  • Self-Confidence: We create a safe environment for people to build self-confidence from their many successes as well as their failures, resulting in the purest form of confidence.

  • Authenticity: Genuine, honest work requires vulnerability. Students, coaches, and staff are encouraged to be brave and bring their whole-selves to all aspects of this organization.

  • Community: Motogo believes everyone has something to contribute to this team. All are welcome who welcome all.

Motogo is an equal opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, 

color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age or religion.



We’re hiring!

Motogo Coach

Position Title:

Coach

Salary Grade:

$52,000 - $60,000

Reports to: Program Director

Department:

NA

Classification:

Staff

Date: June/July 2025

Position Summary

A Motogo Coach teaches, coaches, and mentors Motogo students, teaching them confidence and skill building through learning to build motorcycles. Some courses are taught at partner schools, and some courses are taught at the Motogo headquarters. 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Knows and upholds Motogo values of Equity, Working with Your Hands, Self-confidence, Authenticity, and Community.

  • Teaches, coaches, and mentors Motogo students. Provides all classroom management. 

  • Administers pre- and post-course assessments.

  • Answers student questions and facilitates problem solving and self-discovery. Assists students with the build of the full motorcycle, motorcycle engine, or minibike engines.

  • Checks attendance. Completes Coach's log of daily teaching activity outcomes and progress.

  • Prepares supplies and materials for program. Sets up and cleans up the classroom.

  • Collects t-shirt sizes and distributes materials for students to keep.

  • Takes photos for social media posts.

  • Communicates with the school point person and Motogo Program Manager prior to beginning of program. 

  • Checks final assembly of engines and motorcycles.  Prepares motorcycles and engines for the next program.

  • Compiles assessment data into report form so that Motogo and school relationship manager can assess program effectiveness.

  • Frequent local travel by personal vehicle.

  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

Competencies

  • Conflict management

  • Effectively speaks, listens, and writes

  • Enjoys working with and respects young people

  • Flexible and adaptable

  • Leadership

  • Mechanical aptitude

  • Passion for learning, teaching, and motorcycles

  • Patient, caring, and kind

  • Problem-solving

Technical Expertise

  • Experience teaching or coaching young people between the ages of 13 and 18 is HIGHLY preferred.

  • Experience using mechanical or woodworking hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, saws, and pliers, and power tools such as compressors and drills, is preferred, but the willingness to learn to use them is more important. 

  • Basic mathematics is required.

  • Ability to read and use manuals, instructions, and diagrams is required.

  • Experience with small engine or motorcycle engine mechanics is a bonus, but we will teach you! Eagerness to learn is more important than technical knowledge.

  • Experience operating motorcycles is a bonus, but a love for tinkering and getting your hands dirty is a must. 

  • Proficiency in Google Suite or similar software is required.  

Requirements

  • Current Ohio teaching license or 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience preferred

  • Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance

  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule that is subject to change based on programs.  Work hours are generally Mondays to Saturday from 8:00am to 4:30pm with occasional Saturday mornings. Our full time work week is 35 hours. 

Benefits

At Motogo, we value and reward creativity, innovation, and passion for our mission. We strive to create a supportive and flexible work environment for our team members. Our benefits include:

  • Work Schedule: A 35-hour full-time work week with a typical schedule of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Flexibility to adjust hours as needed to accommodate personal or professional priorities.

  • Paid Time Off:

    • Two week company wide closure in the summer.

    • Two week company wide closure in the winter.

    • Two weeks of additional sick time/vacation time (scheduled with ED)

    • One day off- Birthday

  • Health and Dental Insurance

  • Hybrid Work Environment: Some hours between classes can be worked outside of the office, mostly in-person work required

  • Creative Freedom: We encourage team members to invent solutions rather than ask for permission, fostering a culture of innovation and empowerment.

  • Supportive Culture: We recognize and reward creative contributions and encourage leadership and initiative at every level.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

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.  

  • The work environment involves the everyday risks or discomforts of working in a shop or school environment, which includes the need for general safe workplace practices with hand and power tools, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of all fire and safety regulations.

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

  • The work environment has eye hazards and safety glasses are required.

  • This position is performed on-site at schools, community centers, and other public spaces as well as within Motogo facilities.

  • Lift objects of at least 40 pounds and carry them short distances (20 feet or less).

Employment Contingencies

  • Pass BCI and FBI background checks.

  • Complete trauma-informed care and VIRTUS training.

  • Maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

  • Ability to lift 40 pounds and work in a dynamic shop environment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. They may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  

To apply:

Send cover letter and resume to employment@motogocleveland.com

Position Starts June/July- negotiable