Vehicle & Grounds Maintenance Assistant

Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Unit School District 308 in Illinois seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Assistant to support our operations team. Under the Director of Operations, you will help maintain district vehicles and grounds equipment, keeping them in safe, efficient condition and ready for daily use.

Work hours are 6am-2:30pm, with a benefits package included. This role requires a valid driver's license, basic mechanical knowledge, and the ability to perform oil changes, inspections, and snow removal as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge in small engine repair.
• Ability to perform oil changes, multi-point inspections and fluid top-offs.
• Experience with snow removal.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with staff and community.
• Significant physical ability to stand, kneel, walk, lift and carry heavy items.
• Understand safe operation of power tools; able to make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining operational department vehicles.
• Assist with maintaining grounds equipment.
• Assist with daily vehicle fluid checks as necessary.
• Conduct periodic evaluations of interior and exterior vehicle repair and damage.
• Maintain a clean vehicle maintenance center.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Basic automotive tools

Job description

Community Unit School District 308 in Illinois seeks a Vehicle Maintenance Assistant to support our operations team. Under the Director of Operations, you will help maintain district vehicles and grounds equipment, keeping them in safe, efficient condition and ready for daily use.

Work hours are 6am-2:30pm, with a benefits package included. This role requires a valid driver's license, basic mechanical knowledge, and the ability to perform oil changes, inspections, and snow removal as needed.