Shift: 1st Shift; 6:30am – 2:30pm
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $28–33/hr
Start Date: ASAP
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Job Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Technician must be fully capable of facilities maintenance and be skilled in related trades such as sheet metal work, welding, carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, and basic HVAC. This employee must be extremely versatile and capable of working with minimum supervision. In addition, he or she may lead other maintenance technicians to complete complex tasks.
Key Responsibilities
• Read blueprints and plan projects to complete assigned tasks
• Perform carpentry jobs using hand and power tools
• Conduct masonry repairs, install/remove nonstructural walls
• Build frameworks, install sub-flooring, and finished flooring
• Install interior trim and hardware (e.g., kick plates, locks)
• Perform metalwork using shear, brake press, rivet gun; basic welding
• Paint machinery and facility surfaces per specifications
• Install and repair plumbing (fixtures, pipes, leaks)
• Perform HVAC maintenance (filters, ducts, blowers)
• Troubleshoot and install electrical systems and components
• Mix, pour, and remove concrete
• Assist with training and development of junior technicians
• Comply with LOTO and High Voltage safety protocols
• Follow company safety policies, including LOTO and arc flash procedures
Machinery / Equipment Used
• Metal shear
• Brake press
• Rivet gun
• Welding tools
• HVAC systems
• Electrical panels and tools
• Painting and carpentry tools
Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Technical training or experience in trades (carpentry, welding, plumbing)
• Ability to read and follow simple instructions in English
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights (25 ft), and perform active labor
• Must be able to work weekends and overtime as required
• Basic Microsoft computer skills
• Must be able to work indoors, outdoors, and in variable temperatures
Client Hire-On Benefits
• PPO medical plan (85% premium paid)
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• ~$100/month individual, ~$300/month family cost
• Profit sharing at owner’s discretion
• 401(k) plan with match
• Apprenticeship and tuition assistance programs
• Never had a layoff; strong employee tenure (20–35 years)
Pre-Employment Process
• Drug Testing
• Background Check
• E-Verify
Additional Details
• Equal Opportunity Employer: All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, in compliance with federal and Illinois EEO laws.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
• No fees are ever charged to applicants for applying, interviewing, or placement through Assist Staffing.
• Complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act — pay is based on skills, experience, and job requirements only.
• Follows the Chicago Ban the Box ordinance — background checks occur only after a conditional offer.
• Assist Staffing does not request prior wage history, in compliance with Illinois law.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
How to Apply
Apply today through Assist Staffing. A recruiter will contact qualified candidates for next steps.
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