Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

Ascension • Chicago, IL

6d • $28 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency and 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree and 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification specializing in Healthcare Facilities preferred.
• Contractor specializing in Plumber preferred.
• Engineer preferred.
• Journeyperson preferred.
• Journeyperson specializing in Plumber preferred.
• Plumber specializing in Journeyman preferred.
• Maintenance Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to departmental staff.
• Assists with performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Monitor planned maintenance on heating, ventilating and/or air conditioning systems.
• Ensure staff compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures and protocols.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, committees, and projects addressing issues related to educational initiatives, conflict resolution, cost containment issues, implementation of new services/systems, and performance measures.
• Ensure safe, reliable and continuous availability of required supplies, materials, utilities and specialty systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED