Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Our client, an educational institution, is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their team. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be part of the Facilities department supporting campus operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, hands-on trade skills, and the drive to keep facilities running smoothlyso students, staff, and visitors can rely on a well-maintained environment.

Location: Grayslake, IL

Pay Range: $23.39/hour

Shift: First shift, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday

What's the Job?

• Perform corrective and general/preventive maintenance as directed by assigned work orders, following all applicable procedures and safety practices.
• Use maintenance checklists to identify required maintenance or repairs and complete work with accuracy and urgency.
• Handle a variety of facility repairs and projects, including painting, concrete repairs, electrical repairs, plumbing diagnosis/repairs, and carpentry tasks.
• Support hydraulic work (pumps, controls, and related systems) and ensure proper operation of doors and locking mechanisms.
• Respond to after-hours and emergency maintenance situations, including snow removal for walks, entrances, and ice control, and maintain required logs and work order documentation.

What's Needed?

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience with demonstrated skills in one or more trades such as carpentry, electrical, and plumbing, including preventive maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 70 lbs. on a regular basis, and over 70 lbs. on an occasional basis, and maneuver in tight spaces around machinery with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, communicate effectively, troubleshoot problems, and manage multiple projects simultaneously while supporting the College's mission and values.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to contribute directly to student success by keeping campus spaces safe, functional, and ready for daily operations.
• Structured work order process with checklists and documentation to help you stay organized and effective.
• Hands-on variety across multiple maintenance trades, including electrical, plumbing, welding, carpentry, hydraulic systems, and emergency response.
• Clear expectations around safety training, hazard identification, and compliance with institutional and regulatory policies.
• Motivating environment focused on service excellence communication and building the College's reputation as a premier educational institution.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)