Working at Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. Here, you can do work that matters, create self-development, on the job learning, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity This position works out of our Lake County Illinois, Waukegan Building location in the Global Engineering Services division, serving the greater Lake and Cook County Facilities. As a Building Maintenance Mechanic II, you’ll have the chance to provide “skilled trade” work with a group of other likeminded trades people, to build and support our facilities. Working closely with production managers, Facility Engineers, facility occupants and our 24 hours call center. All designed to support our team and company success. You will work with vendors for material quotes, installation, repairs and replacement of building infrastructure as needed. What You’ll Work On Performs skilled maintenance and repair services of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, and building systems. Ensure industry best practices within all production and office spaces Continuously improve quality processes and standards Solve problems and support procurement and new idea implementation Perform skilled maintenance and repair services on our building systems Interpret blueprints and schematics Implement best practice methods and techniques Identify reoccurring problems with equipment and machinery Support facility inspections, Predictive and preventative maintenance Support other trades when needed Conduct periodic inspections to evaluate requests for repair. Perform building walk-throughs to identify needed repairs and follow up with corrective action. Maintain facility to ensure reliable and effective operation. Knowledge of man-doors, overhead doors, high-speed rollups, motor functionality, dock and dock levelers Basic knowledge of plumbing and identifying repairs needed
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees