Assistant Maintenance Manager

JLL; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, vision

Parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Manager to lead a maintenance team and coordinate with robotics/controls technicians. This role focuses on safety, scheduling, and client relations across multiple sites in the Brookfield, WI area.

The position requires flexibility with shifts and on‑call duties. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience, a background in industrial machinery maintenance, CMMS proficiency, and budget/vendor management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience managing maintenance teams.
• Experience maintaining industrial machinery, electrical systems, and controls.
• CMMS knowledge and experience with asset management.
• Experience managing budgets and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team, provide training, and develop skills.
• Coordinate with technicians and contractors and supervise emergencies.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and inventory management.
• Track safety, KPIs, and shift-based tickets and budgets.
• Maintain client relationships and respond to on-call needs.
• Travel to support network sites as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Maintenance on industrial machinery

Ability to work various shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Budget management

Job description

Assistant Maintenance Manager – JLL

We at JLL are shaping the future of real estate by combining world‑class services, advisory, and technology for our clients. We commit to hiring the best talent and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a sense of belonging. Whether you have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology—or you’re looking to apply your experience to a new industry—join our team to help shape a brighter future.

What this job involves:

The Assistant Maintenance Manager leverages leadership skills and technical knowledge to lead a team of maintenance mechanics, work in conjunction with robotics and controls system technicians, and maintain a safe working environment.

• Model safety standards and maintain an environment focused on safety.
• Lead, train, and support maintenance team members to develop individual skills and expand team capabilities.
• Develop solutions to difficult problems, manage outside contractors, and be on‑call for emergencies.
• Support multi‑site production safely and customer‑focused.
• Display energetic, self‑motivated, and customer‑centric behaviors consistently.
• Handle multiple projects and daily activities, meeting deadlines and planning to accomplish departmental goals.
• Provide complete oversight of preventive maintenance and serve as the client point of contact during shifts.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work various shifts and alternative schedules.
• Move extensively throughout the facility to attend to equipment and team members as needed.

Essential functions:

• Partner with on‑site Environmental Health and Safety to ensure all safety standards are met.
• Meet operational KPIs, including labor tracking.
• Own scheduling and track completion of tickets.
• Oversee building cleanliness.
• Ensure accurate inventory tracking.
• Perform daily and weekly audits for cleanliness and work orders.
• Implement preventive, predictive, and condition‑based maintenance programs.
• Maintain client‑centric relationships with operational stakeholders.
• Participate in budget development and tracking.
• Assist in project planning and cost analysis.
• Provide thorough feedback to enhance performance, including written appraisals and discipline up to termination.
• Promote and conduct good housekeeping.
• Travel as required to support network needs.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and alternative schedules.
• Experience performing maintenance on industrial machinery, electrical systems, and electronic controls.
• Must be authorized to work within the United States without sponsoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing budgets and vendors.
• Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience in project management.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical schematics.

Physical Demands:

• Stand for prolonged periods and walk extensively during shifts.
• Perform repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking.
• Lift parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally up to 49 pounds.
• Demonstrate eye‑hand coordination and wrist motion for repetitive tasks.
• Work conditions may include elevated heights, small spaces, dust, fumes, hot/cold temperatures, noise, vibration, and uneven surfaces.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.

Compensation Estimate:

Estimated compensation: per year (range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ).

Location:

On‑site – Brookfield, WI; Cedarburg, WI; Kenosha, WI; Lake Forest, IL; Libertyville, IL; Madison, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Mundelein, IL; Oak Creek, WI; Racine, WI; Vernon Hills, IL; Waukegan, IL; Waukesha, WI.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.