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