School District Fleet Manager – Maintenance & Ops Lead

Johnsburg School District 12; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

2 Personal Days

11 Sick Days

Vacation and Paid Holidays

IMRF pension plan

Medical spending plan

Probationary period (90 days)

Job summary

Johnsburg School District 12 in Illinois seeks a Fleet Manager to lead maintenance and repairs for district vehicles including school buses. You will coordinate transportation and maintenance staff, supervise snow removal, and manage shop safety and preventive maintenance programs.

The role requires a CDL B with school bus endorsement, state vehicle licenses, and strong knowledge of fleet operation, budgets, and parts procurement. Flexible hours and emergency readiness are expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL Class B with S and P endorsements and school bus permit.
• Valid Class C UST Operator License required.
• Active IDOT/agriscience related licenses preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fleet maintenance and repair of school buses and equipment.
• Willingness to respond to emergencies and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee high quality and timely maintenance and repair of district vehicles including school buses.
• Assist Director with coordinating and supervising transportation and maintenance staff.
• Coordinate snow removal and de-icing operations and lawn maintenance program.
• Develop, manage and implement shop safety and preventive maintenance programs.
• Coordinate with vendors and ensure timely, accurate repairs.
• Inspections of outside vendor work and ensure compliance with standards.
• Ensure training of shop personnel and maintain employee certifications.

Skills

Fleet management

Maintenance supervision

Emergency response

Budgeting

Strong communications

Education

High School diploma/equivalent

Valid CDL Class B w/ S and P endorsements w/ school bus permit

Valid Class C UST Operator License

Valid Illinois Dept. of Agriculture Applicators License

Tools

Diagnostic software

Inventory management software

Vehicle diagnostics tools

Job description

Johnsburg School District 12 in Illinois seeks a Fleet Manager to lead maintenance and repairs for district vehicles including school buses. You will coordinate transportation and maintenance staff, supervise snow removal, and manage shop safety and preventive maintenance programs.

The role requires a CDL B with school bus endorsement, state vehicle licenses, and strong knowledge of fleet operation, budgets, and parts procurement. Flexible hours and emergency readiness are expected.