Maintenance Tech (5089) (Maintenance)

HES Facilities•Joliet, IL

15d

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech performs repair and preventive maintenance work on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and other facility systems and equipment at an educational institution. The role troubleshoots equipment and machinery, identifies causes of malfunctions, carries out repairs, keeps maintenance records, and notifies the Director about major machinery failures. It also supports grounds and equipment maintenance, responds to emergency calls, and communicates work progress and schedules to customers and the Director. The position provides direction and oversight to Maintenance Staff and may participate in their selection, onboarding, training, and scheduling. It may involve supervisory duties such as assigning and directing work, appraising performance, and addressing employee complaints or problems. The employee must be able to work shifts of 10 hours or more and overtime as needed, and report at any time of day or night during a disaster or other emergency.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to perform the essential job duties during shifts of 10 hours or more and overtime as needed.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, reach, and frequently handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly, up to 75 pounds frequently, and up to 110 pounds occasionally.
Required vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire protection, refrigeration, security, building automation, and other equipment and systems.
Inspect drives, motors, belts, fluid levels, filters, machinery, and equipment; perform routine and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals, parts catalogs, and equipment tests.
Keep records of maintenance and repair work performed.
Clean and lubricate machinery components, and maintain tools and mechanical equipment.
Operate school equipment, including trucks, dump trucks, tractors, golf carts, lifts, and other equipment needed for the job.
Inspect equipment and assembly processes to prevent damage and determine the cause of malfunctions or damage.
Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, concrete, floor tile, and drywall repairs.
Initiate purchase orders for parts and repairs, and recommend when subcontractors are needed for major maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
Perform snow removal using mechanical and hand equipment.
Respond to radio and emergency calls; report to work at any hour during disasters or other emergencies.
Load, unload, and transport parts, materials, and equipment.
Assist with grounds maintenance, equipment maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, metal work, and painting.
Use required computer software, such as Maintimizer and School Dude, or other software specified by the customer or Director.
Provide direction and oversight to Maintenance Staff and participate in staff selection, onboarding, training, and scheduling.
Keep customers and the Director informed about work progress, timelines, and issues, and address problems constructively.
Perform other duties assigned by the Facility Manager, Director, or Customer that fall within the job scope.