Mechanic

Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic
Date Posted:
7/14/2026
Location:
Transportation
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
06/01/2027
Position / Title: Mechanic
Bargaining Unit: DUTU
Department/Location: Transportation
Calendar Days: 261
Reports To: Shop Foreman
JD Revision Date: 05/31/2022
Supervises: N/A
Function / Position Summary
To provide the safest mode of transportation for the students of School District U-46 through the highest level of maintenance and repair standards.
Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair/parts replacement and diagnostics on district vehicles including the following systems & their components; electrical, air conditioning, brakes, glass, engine maintenance and overhaul, transmissions, exhaust, tires, suspension, and drivetrain to ensure the safest possible transportation for students and staff.
• Assist with body and structural work as needed.
• Complete all categories/levels of preventative maintenance, as well as IDOT mandated brake inspections.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely repair & maintenance records on a consistent basis.
• Follow all departmental procedures related to shop operations.
• Maintain vehicle compliance utilizing the Illinois Department of Transportation and federal standards.
• Maintain the highest level of work performance and complete repairs as assigned, while upholding high safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized shop area.
• Maintain an appropriate set of personal job-related tools.
• Safely operate the district tow truck(s) while performing road calls.
• Obey all traffic laws and department guidelines when operating district owned vehicles.
• Assist with snow removal when assigned.
• Work independently while contributing to a positive and professional team effort.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Auto/Diesel/Industrial vocational trade school preferred.
• Bilingual - Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferred.

Experience / Knowledge

• Four (4) years fleet maintenance and repair experience on medium/heavy-duty vehicles preferred.
• Ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge of State and Federal mandated requirements regarding the repair and maintenance of school buses.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean MVR, and be able to obtain a Class A license with airbrake endorsement within 6 months of employment.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Physical Demands

• Required to do repetitive bending, kneeling, and lifting (at least 50 lbs.) with proper technique, during the course of the normal work day.
• Work safely while climbing and/or standing on ladders.
• Must work safely in varying weather conditions.

Terms of Employment

• This is a 12-month position.
• Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement.

Attachment(s):

• DUTU 12 Month Benefit Sheet.pdf
• DUTU salary schedule FY27.pdf