Maintenance Mechanic

Posting Details

Position Information

Summary

Position Title Maintenance Mechanic Job Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the College’s fleet vehicles, grounds equipment, small engines, and related mechanical systems. The position supports Campus Operations by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment repair, inventory management, deliveries, vendor coordination, and general mechanical support, including irrigation systems. The Maintenance Mechanic also assist with snow removal and responds to emergency calls as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Understand and perform minor and major preventative maintenance actions on a vehicle fleet and grounds equipment.
• Working knowledge of general mechanical repair of engine parts and auto systems.
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Demonstrate clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to use practical application of mathematics in general construction and facilities repair and maintenance work.
• Ability to work independently
• Able to cooperatively work with diverse groups of students and staff
• Understanding of basic computer operations and office equipment
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 – 3 years of specialized training in automotive technology, small engine repair, or maintenance of grounds equipment (e.g., mowers, plows)
• 1 – 3 years’ experience in facilities maintenance
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

• Work is normally performed in an indoor setting; however this position requires reaching, standing, walking, repetitive motions.
• Some work is to be performed outside. Noise levels can be loud. Shop conditions may expose position to fumes, noxious odors, gases and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• This position requires activity that may require incumbent to lift 50lbs on occasion; 20lbs frequently, and 10lbs consistently.
  
  

EOE Statement

Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.

Position Status Full Time Hours per Week 40 Weeks per Year 52 Budgeted Hours per Year 2080 Temporary Position - Begin Date Temporary Positions - End Date Type of Position Support Staff - KCSS Hiring Salary Range Requested $40,819.00 Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable) B22 Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable $40,819.00 - $49,088.50

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S367P Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 10/10/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary Advertising Summary Internal Posting for Position, College Website Posting Link https://kish.peopleadmin.com/postings/4192

Illustrative Examples Of Essential Functions

Job Duty Name Description of Job Duty

• Maintain and schedule the usage of all College’s fleet vehicles, including buses.
• Performs scheduled and preventative maintenance activities (e.g., oil changes, brake inspections, filter replacements, ensure vehicles are clean inside and out) and minor repairs.
• Maintain inventory and supplies for parts and initiate requests for repair parts and equipment. Also, maintain accurate service and maintenance logs.
• Operate forklifts to unload deliveries, transport materials, and distribute shipments to departments and locations across campus.
• Perform monthly preventative maintenance on campus-wide emergency generators and air compressors.
• Maintain and repair snow removal equipment, including the installation and removal of plows and salt boxes.
• Provide snow removal support, including manual shoveling of sidewalks.
• Maintain and repair all lawn care equipment.
• Maintain and perform preventative maintenance work orders throughout the building as requested
• Reviews work orders to determine daily work assignments in coordination with direction from supervisor.
• Health and safety procedures based on information and recommendations made by supervisor.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature as directed.
  
  

Essential Duty? Yes Percentage Of Time 100

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation