A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
At Banner Fire Equipment, we've supported firefighters across the Midwest for over 40 years with trusted fire and rescue apparatus, gear, and tools. Built on strong relationships and performance, we are committed to equipping first responders to protect lives and communities. Join Our Team We're looking for a dependable, hardworking Shop Assistant/Groundskeeper to help keep our shop running safely, efficiently, and organized. This position plays an essential role in supporting our Service team by maintaining the shop and facility, assisting with inventory and logistics, and providing hands-on support to our technicians. If you enjoy staying busy, take pride in keeping things organized, and aren't afraid to jump in wherever needed, we'd love to hear from you. Our Values Guided by a Relentless Pursuit to Serve, we support first responders through trust, expertise, and partnership.
Our Core Values:
Genuine Good Partner Dependable Curious What This Role Looks Like (Day-to-Day) This is a hands-on position based at our Roxana, IL facility. Every day is different, but you can expect to: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop, warehouse, and work environment Perform facility upkeep, housekeeping, light maintenance, trash removal, and grounds maintenance, including mowing and weed eating/pulling Detail and wash company vehicles, customer vehicles, and fire apparatus Assist with organizing stock, and maintaining inventory, parts, tools, and shop supplies Safely move equipment, parts, and vehicles throughout the facility Prepare equipment and materials for technicians and upcoming service work Assist technicians with staging equipment, preventative maintenance, equipment testing, and general shop tasks as needed Operate hand tools and shop equipment safely and responsibly Follow all company safety procedures and help maintain a safe work environment Perform general shop, warehouse, and logistics duties as needed to support daily operations What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED preferred Valid driver's license required Strong work ethic with a positive, team-first attitude Ability to safely lift, move, and handle equipment and materials Comfortable working in a shop environment and outdoors in heat Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks Previous shop, warehouse, maintenance, automotive, or industrial experience is preferred but not required Why You'll Love Working at
Banner Fire Equipment Estimated Pay:
$20.00-$24.00/hour (Final offers are based on experience, skills, and qualifications.) We offer a competitive benefits package including: Weekly pay 100% employer-paid employee medical option + life/disability coverage Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with up to 5% company match PTO from day one 11.5 paid holidays Training and career advancement opportunities Stable, full-time schedule (M-F 7AM - 3:30PM) Family-oriented team culture Ready to Join Our Team? If you're looking for a hands-on position where your work directly supports the firefighters who protect our communities, we'd love to meet you. Join Banner Fire Equipment in our Relentless Pursuit to Serve and help keep our operations running smoothly so we can continue serving those who serve others.