Preventative Maintenance Technician (OPS)

Oswego Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Employer paid Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Long Term Disability

EAP

Job summary

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician (OPS) to support the Operations Department. The role requires skilled maintenance across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and address system malfunctions.

The position is 12-month, union-represented (OCMA), with a pay rate of $22.47 per hour plus benefits. The department emphasizes safe work practices and timely response to work orders under district procedures.

Qualifications

• Trade school training or equivalent in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment for maintenance of school facilities.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in challenging conditions, with exposure to elements or confined spaces.
• Experience in maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs general repair and maintenance tasks pertaining to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire, burglar, and other building systems as assigned.
• Conducts periodic maintenance inspections according to assigned schedule.
• Monitors all work orders and responds to them in a timely manner, per District procedure.
• Assists with the assembly and maintenance of fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Ensures that equipment, work areas, and vehicles are neat, clean, and orderly; and promptly reports damage and hazards to the Director of Operations or designee.
• Performs emergency repairs and cleaning as assigned.
• Participates in snow removal efforts as assigned.
• Utilizes safe work practices, and properly utilizes personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Troubleshooting

Heavy lifting

Working in elements

Maintenance experience

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Community Unit School District No. 308

Preventative Maintenance Technician (OPS) JobID: 17096

• Date Posted: 9/4/2026
• Location: Operations Department

COMPENSATION: $22.47Per Hour plus benefits.

*Please note that the hourly rate of pay is inclusive of the mandatory 4.5% retirement contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

BENEFITS: Full-time Associates enjoy a robust selection of healthcare benefits including employer paid Life and AD&D insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as three medical plans to choose from including PPO and HMO plans. What's more, CUSD provides a 100% claim reimbursement program for out of pocket expenses (excluding ER services), when an employee is enrolled in our PPO plan and uses our RUSH Healthcare reimbursement program.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Oswego Custodial/Maintenance Association(OCMA).

WORK YEAR: 12-Month

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Training in a skilled trade such as HVAC, electrical, or plumbing sufficient to perform assigned duties and troubleshoot/diagnose system malfunctions
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and operations of school district facilities
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Ability to perform assigned duties in challenging conditions that may require exposure to the elements, climbing a ladder, or crawling in confined spaces
• Alternatives to the above requirements as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable
• Previous maintenance experience preferred

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

To provide for a safe and functional environment that is conduciveto learning by performing various skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the operation and maintenance of school buildings and grounds as directed by the Director and Assistant Director of Operations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs general repair and maintenance tasks pertaining to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire, burglar, and other building systems as assigned.
• Conducts periodic maintenance inspections according to assigned schedule.
• Monitors all work orders and responds to them in a timely manner, per District procedure.
• Assists with the assembly and maintenance of fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Ensures that equipment, work areas, and vehicles are neat, clean, and orderly; and promptly reports damange and/or hazards to the Director of Operations or designee.
• Performs emergency repairs and cleaning as assigned.
• Participates in snow removal efforts as assigned.
• Utilizes safe work practices, and properly utilizes personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Postings current as of 9/10/2026 6:08:30 PM CST.

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