Kishwaukee College
Posting Details
Position Information
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
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 - $57,358.00
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
Position Information
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
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 - $57,358.00
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