Senior Maintenance Technician at Aspire Chicago – Waukegan, Illinois

Position Summary:

The Senior Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in supporting a mission-driven organization by ensuring that facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for performing routine building maintenance and preventive maintenance activities in a timely, orderly, accurate, and professional manner. Building maintenance tasks will include but are not limited to: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. The Senior Maintenance Technician contributes to a safe and welcoming environment that enables staff, clients, and stakeholders to thrive.

Position Responsibilities:

• Complete Facility Tree work orders including, but not limited to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, painting, and appliances.
• Electrical- perform routine electrical repairs such as: wiring, fuses, fixtures and sockets, and repair/install/service HVAC systems.
• Plumbing- perform routine plumbing repairs such as: replace/repair/service water heaters, clear drainlines, and replace broken pipes, worn out washers- gaskets and or faucets and floats.
• Carpentry- perform routine carpentry repair such as: kitchen cabinets, window screens/glass, door locks, and plaster/drywall, trim, flooring.
• Mechanical- perform routine mechanical repair such as: repair/diagnose all major appliances, HVAC, and other needed power tools.
• Other unskilled tasks such as: interior and exterior painting, floor tile installation and repair, interior cleaning, tree/shrub trimming, debris removal.
• Inventory- identifying, cataloging, and procuring necessary materials used in maintenance operation
• Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs of exterior and interior systems of Aspire buildings and residences.
• Responsible for after-hours emergency work orders in Aspire buildings and residences.
• Assist in snow/ice removal (where applicable)
• Basic troubleshooting and routine preventative maintenance
• Recognize when specialized knowledge is necessary and source appropriate resources.
• Assist other departments with moving furniture including unloading and storing supplies.
• Attend all mandatory employee staff meetings and company safety meetings/webinars.
• Understand and follow all safety protocols.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Licensing/Certifications:

• Valid driver's license and GOOD driving record (MVR is reviewed)

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Technical training or extensive hands-on experience required
• Ability to carry out other tasks, perform physical labor, operate tools and machinery, and lift at least 80 lbs.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) proficiency

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Forklift Certification
• (HVAC) Certification preferred
• Appliance repair experience a plus