Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice•West Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jel Sert Company is celebrating 100 years of success and is seeking a passionate Facilities Maintenance Technician Apprentice. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience through on-the-job training and guided instruction, alongside continuing education. The apprentice will work under an experienced Technician, completing work orders, preventative maintenance, and project work to maintain facility equipment and buildings. This role is ideal for someone looking for a work environment that encourages personal growth and responsibility.

Requirements

General maintenance or facilities work/exposure.
Manufacturing or warehouse maintenance exposure.
Mechanical or electrical helper experience is a plus.
Must be willing to learn multiple trades.
School, internship, or shop-class with hands-on experience.
Basic understanding of hand and power tools, preventive maintenance concepts, electrical and mechanical safety.
Ability to follow work orders and instructions.
Ability to assist other technicians on the team.
Ability to perform routine inspections and simple repairs.
Disposition to learn electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding, and air compressor operation.
Strong work ethic and reliability.
Daily on-time attendance at work and school is required.
Mechanical curiosity.
Must be a self-starter who can work independently as well as in a team environment.
Desire to learn, take on challenges and responsibilities.
Ability to adapt to the department's needs as changes occur.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office software required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) beneficial but not required.
Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair facilities and building equipment as work orders are distributed.
Perform preventative maintenance.
Maintain a safe working environment at all times.
Complete work assignments in a timely fashion with minimal direction.
Communicate maintenance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Maintain a clean work environment at all times.
Adhere to quality and safety procedures/regulations.
Recommend process improvements.
Attend apprenticeship classes through the Mechanical Maintenance Certificate program at the College of DuPage while working.