Job Information
Thresholds Building Maintenance Technician - Facilities in Chicago, Illinois
Description
The Maintenance Technician reports to the Team Leader, Facilities. The Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining building equipment according to safety policies and procedures. In addition, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for coordination of vendors as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
This role includes knowledge of the following duties and responsibilities however minimal on the job training can be provided as necessary.
Repair of the door and lock installation
Minor repairing of small appliances and furniture
Minor Patching and painting of drywall
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
Check and clean roof systems, including gutters and downspouts
Assist in scheduling all building inspections
Supervise vendors on care and upkeep of building and grounds
Assist in establishing priorities for major maintenance projects and make recommendations for improvements.
Serve as liaison for Director of Facilities, Project Managers, and Facilities Manager with contractors, regarding remodeling, and repair of properties.
Determine and interpret codes and regulations covering facilities, equipment, and building items with compliance with codes and regulations.
Available for emergency needs as necessary after hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
Advise Facilities Manager regarding major emergency repair decisions.
Adhere to all facility policies and procedures regarding safety.
Order and obtain materials to be used by the maintenance department.
Other duties as assigned.
MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Required to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays; available on-call 24 hours.
May be required to serve in the role of the site manager.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
EXPERIENCE
Preferred - Two (2) to five (5) years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or related profession and the ability to learn a wide variety of new skills and tasks associated with the performance of the duties assigned.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
Strong follow-up and accurate and timely record keeping.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to handle a variety of changing duties resulting from the complexities of maintenance work requirements.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Access to a reliable vehicle to travel between locations
WHAT SETS THRESHOLDS APART:
Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
Dental insurance, vision insurance, 4 medical insurance plans
403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Public service loan forgiveness
Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month)
Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)