Maintenance Co-Op

Dayton Freight Lines; Huber Heights (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable and growing organization

Competitive weekly pay

Professional and positive work environment

Modern facilities

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines in Huber Heights is offering a part-time Maintenance Co-op for students pursuing automotive or diesel education. This 10-12 week opportunity provides hands-on exposure to shop operations, supporting the maintenance team and learning alongside experienced technicians.

Participants will assist with basic maintenance tasks, maintain cleanliness, and support the parts department, while gaining valuable practical experience in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building and grounds maintenance.
• Help maintain shop cleanliness and organization.
• Sweep floors, empty trash cans, and assist with painting projects.
• Support the parts department with stocking, organizing, shipping, and receiving.
• Maintain organized parts and supply areas.
• Observe and assist technicians with minor repairs under supervision.
• Assist the maintenance team with general shop support activities.

Skills

Interest in maintenance, mechanical work, or transportation equipment

Ability to work safely around shop equipment

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Education

Currently enrolled in an automotive, diesel, or related technical program

Job description

Overview

The Maintenance Co-op is a 10-12 week, part-time opportunity designed for students pursuing education in automotive, diesel, or a related technical program. Students will gain hands-on exposure to a professional maintenance shop environment while supporting day-to-day shop operations.

This role allows students to assist with basic shop and facility upkeep, support the parts department, and observe experienced technicians while learning about equipment maintenance and repair in a real-world setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building and grounds maintenance
• Help maintain shop cleanliness and organization
• Sweep floors, empty trash cans, and assist with painting projects
• Support the parts department with stocking, organizing, shipping, and receiving
• Maintain organized parts and supply areas
• Observe and assist technicians with very minor repairs and maintenance tasks under direct supervision
• Assist maintenance team with general shop support activities

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an automotive, diesel, or related technical program
• Interest in maintenance, mechanical work, or transportation equipment
• Ability to work safely around shop equipment and follow all safety procedures
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a drug screen

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities