Qureos Mentor

Illinois School District U-46

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 43998</div></div><br>
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Position Type:</b><br>
 Transportation/Mechanic<br>
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Date Posted:</b><br>
 4/20/2026<br>
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Location:</b><br>
 Transportation<br>
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Date Available:</b><br>
 ASAP<br>
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Closing Date:
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 Until Filled</div><br>
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Position / Title:</b> Mechanic</div></div><br>
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Bargaining Unit:</b> DUTU</div><div><b> Department/Location:</b> Transportation</div></div><br>
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Calendar Days:</b> 261</div><div><b> Reports To:</b> Shop Foreman</div></div><br>
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JD Revision Date:</b> 05/31/2022</div><div><b> Supervises:</b> N/A</div></div><br>
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Function / Position Summary</b></div><div>
To provide the safest mode of transportation for the students of School District U-46 through the highest level of maintenance and repair standards.</div><div><b>
Job Duties / Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li>
Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair/parts replacement and diagnostics on district vehicles including the following systems &amp; 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.</li><li>
Assist with body and structural work as needed.</li><li>
Complete all categories/levels of preventative maintenance, as well as IDOT mandated brake inspections.</li><li>
Prepare and submit accurate and timely repair &amp; maintenance records on a consistent basis.</li><li>
Follow all departmental procedures related to shop operations.</li><li>
Maintain vehicle compliance utilizing the Illinois Department of Transportation and federal standards.</li><li>
Maintain the highest level of work performance and complete repairs as assigned, while upholding high safety standards.</li><li>
Maintain a clean and organized shop area.</li><li>
Maintain an appropriate set of personal job-related tools.</li><li>
Safely operate the district tow truck(s) while performing road calls.</li><li>
Obey all traffic laws and department guidelines when operating district owned vehicles.</li><li>
Assist with snow removal when assigned.</li><li>
Work independently while contributing to a positive and professional team effort.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned</li></ul><div><b>
Education</b></div><ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent required.</li><li>
Auto/Diesel/Industrial vocational trade school preferred.</li><li>
Bilingual - Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferred.</li></ul><div><b>
Experience / Knowledge</b></div><ul><li>
Four (4) years fleet maintenance and repair experience on medium/heavy-duty vehicles preferred.</li><li>
Ability to multitask.</li><li>
Knowledge of diesel and gasoline vehicle repairs and maintenance.</li><li>
Knowledge of State and Federal mandated requirements regarding the repair and maintenance of school buses.</li><li>
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.</li><li>
Must be at least 21 years of age.</li></ul><div><b>
Physical Demands</b></div><ul><li>
Required to do repetitive bending, kneeling, and lifting (at least 50 lbs.) with proper technique, during the course of the normal work day.</li><li>
Work safely while climbing and/or standing on ladders.</li><li>
Must work safely in varying weather conditions.</li></ul><div><b>
Terms of Employment</b></div><ul><li>
This is a 12-month position.</li><li>
Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement.</li><li>
Starting salary is $28.75/hr.</li></ul><div><br>
Attachment(s):<ul><li>
DUTU 12 Month Benefit Sheet.pdf</li><li>
DUTU salary schedule FY26 v2.pdf</li></ul></div></div></ul></div><p></p>

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