Maintenance and Fleet Technician

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Rockford, IL

1d • $25 - $27

About The Position

The objective of this position is to advance The Salvation Army’s holistic
mission through the development, coordination, and maintenance of all necessary
resources to sustain effective disaster relief and to assist the Territorial
Disaster Resource Manager with operational needs and special projects as
required.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended
to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other
job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job
functions.

Facility Maintenance
Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, including lighting,
plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical.
Inspect and maintain warehouse doors, locks, bay doors, ramps, loading docks,
and general infrastructure.
Conduct minor repairs such as patching walls, painting, replacing bulbs, and
fixing leaks.
Assist with installation or removal of fixtures, shelving, signage, and
safety barriers.
Maintain detailed logs of maintenance work, safety inspections, and repair
schedules.

Grounds Maintenance
Oversee lawn care, snow removal, ice treatment, and exterior cleanup.
Operate maintenance equipment such as mowers, blowers, snow throwers, or
Bobcat attachments as needed.
Maintain parking lots, sidewalks, drainage areas, and exterior lighting for
safety and accessibility.
Coordinate seasonal preparation (e.g., winterization, storm prep, spring
cleanup).

Fleet Maintenance
Perform basic preventive maintenance and safety inspections on EDS vehicles,
trailers, and mechanical equipment.
Manage oil changes, fluid checks, tire inspections, and battery testing on
fleet assets.
Maintain accurate service records and coordinate vendor maintenance for major
repairs or inspections.
Prepare vehicles and trailers for deployment, ensuring all are clean, fueled,
and properly equipped.
Assist with vehicle registration, licensing, decals, and DOT compliance
tracking.
Support the towing and transport of trailers and mobile units for events,
trainings, or disaster response.
Ensure fueling stations, power equipment, and related tools are maintained in
working condition.
Assist with loading/unloading vehicles and organizing fleet-related storage
areas.
Hand ongoing detailing inside/and outside of vehicles, keeping fuel tanks
full and checking IPASS/WEX Cards/plate stickers etc.

Equipment & Systems Care
Conduct regular inspections of mechanical systems and power equipment such as
generators, compressors, and HVAC units.
Perform routine checks on facility tools, extension cords, and electrical
systems to ensure safety compliance.
Track maintenance supplies and notify supervisor of restock needs.
Maintain organized maintenance storage areas and tool stations.

Safety & Compliance
Conduct routine safety walkthroughs and address hazards immediately.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EDS, and Salvation Army safety standards.
Support the installation and upkeep of emergency lighting, fire
extinguishers, and alarm systems.
Participate in scheduled safety audits and assist with corrective actions.

Vendor & Contractor Coordination
Work with approved vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs (HVAC
service, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.).
Assist with vendor access and escort during facility or fleet work.
Monitor and report vendor performance or maintenance issues to the
supervisor.

General Support
Assist EDS staff and volunteers during events, trainings, and emergency
activations with setup, power needs, and facility readiness.
Provide support during upgrades, remodel projects, and equipment
installations.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the facility and fleet remain
mission-ready.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two plus years of experience in facility, mechanical, or fleet maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Forklift certification (training can be provided).
• FEMA ICS-100 and ICS-200 required within 90 days of hire.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (can complete after hire).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Adaptable, flexible, and able to perform under pressure in adverse conditions.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Capable of maintaining balance and self-care both physically and emotionally.
• Basic skills in electrical, plumbing, or carpentry work.
• Ability to operate small machinery and tools safely.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Commitment to The Salvation Army’s mission and service principles.
• Able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership and field personnel.

Nice To Haves

• trade or vocational certification

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, including lighting, plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical.
• Inspect and maintain warehouse doors, locks, bay doors, ramps, loading docks, and general infrastructure.
• Conduct minor repairs such as patching walls, painting, replacing bulbs, and fixing leaks.
• Assist with installation or removal of fixtures, shelving, signage, and safety barriers.
• Maintain detailed logs of maintenance work, safety inspections, and repair schedules.
• Oversee lawn care, snow removal, ice treatment, and exterior cleanup.
• Operate maintenance equipment such as mowers, blowers, snow throwers, or Bobcat attachments as needed.
• Maintain parking lots, sidewalks, drainage areas, and exterior lighting for safety and accessibility.
• Coordinate seasonal preparation (e.g., winterization, storm prep, spring cleanup).
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and safety inspections on EDS vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• Manage oil changes, fluid checks, tire inspections, and battery testing on fleet assets.
• Maintain accurate service records and coordinate vendor maintenance for major repairs or inspections.
• Prepare vehicles and trailers for deployment, ensuring all are clean, fueled, and properly equipped.
• Assist with vehicle registration, licensing, decals, and DOT compliance tracking.
• Support the towing and transport of trailers and mobile units for events, trainings, or disaster response.
• Ensure fueling stations, power equipment, and related tools are maintained in working condition.
• Assist with loading/unloading vehicles and organizing fleet-related storage areas.
• Hand ongoing detailing inside/and outside of vehicles, keeping fuel tanks full and checking IPASS/WEX Cards/plate stickers etc.
• Conduct regular inspections of mechanical systems and power equipment such as generators, compressors, and HVAC units.
• Perform routine checks on facility tools, extension cords, and electrical systems to ensure safety compliance.
• Track maintenance supplies and notify supervisor of restock needs.
• Maintain organized maintenance storage areas and tool stations.
• Conduct routine safety walkthroughs and address hazards immediately.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EDS, and Salvation Army safety standards.
• Support the installation and upkeep of emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and alarm systems.
• Participate in scheduled safety audits and assist with corrective actions.
• Work with approved vendors for specialized maintenance and repairs (HVAC service, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.).
• Assist with vendor access and escort during facility or fleet work.
• Monitor and report vendor performance or maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Assist EDS staff and volunteers during events, trainings, and emergency activations with setup, power needs, and facility readiness.
• Provide support during upgrades, remodel projects, and equipment installations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the facility and fleet remain mission-ready.

Benefits

• The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for Full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan, and generous time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED