Jobs · Management · Illinois

Maintenance Technician II

Durham School Services · Carol Stream, IL · Yesterday
Management$28/hrFull-time

About the role

As a Fleet Tech II supporting a school bus fleet, you'll diagnose and repair medium/heavy vehicles that move students safely every day. You'll work across yellow-bus systems—preventive maintenance, air and hydraulic braking, steering/suspension, electrical/charging, HVAC, drivetrains/transmissions, and DVIR/state inspection readiness—balancing quality repairs with uptime so routes leave on time. You'll work with the Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor to identify and complete maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and repair automotive and diesel systems — including brakes, steering, suspension, drivetrains, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems — according to skill level
  • Perform engine adjustments, rebuilds, and test drives to verify quality repairs
  • Complete required safety inspections and repair sign-offs before releasing vehicles
  • Keep a safe, organized, and compliant workspace following all Federal, State, and local standards
  • Identify and report additional service needs or complex issues requiring advanced support
  • Accurately log labor hours, parts used, and completed work in the maintenance system
  • Notify leadership of unsafe conditions, equipment misuse, or vehicle abuse immediately
  • Respond to road calls and perform mobile repairs when needed
  • Model professionalism, teamwork, and integrity in every task
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Minimum three (3) years of light/medium/heavy-duty mechanic repair experience, verifiable via prior employer or acceptable documentation (e.g., pay stubs, W-2, etc.)
  • Proficient with diagnostic equipment to identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and A/C issues
  • Technical knowledge of major vehicle systems; diesel equipment experience required (gasoline systems familiarity a plus)
  • Prior fleet or dealership experience; familiar with both diesel and gasoline systems
  • Possess the recommended minimum hand tools for a Diesel/Gas Technician
  • Sound judgment and decision-making skills
  • High school graduate or equivalent education and/or training and experience
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Valid applicable state license (CDL preferred). Company has a free training program for Technicians, and you will be expected to obtain a valid CDL
  • ASE Certification desirable but not required

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage
  • Holiday pay and PTO accrual
  • Retirement savings plan enrollment available

Pay

$28.00/hr

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