Associate Building Engineer

Illinois Holocaust Museum; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center in Skokie, IL seeks an Associate Building Engineer to oversee the efficient operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems. The role requires collaboration with staff and vendors, providing timely support in a fast-paced environment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a college degree or technical certification and 2–3 years in facilities maintenance, with experience in

Qualifications

• College degree or technical certification in a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of facilities maintenance/management experience.
• Experience maintaining HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Familiarity with computerized building automation systems.
• Carpentry skills preferred in a commercial setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual facilities plans including capital improvements and maintenance.
• Support central plant operation: chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, HVAC equipment.
• Serve as primary Facilities contact for maintenance and records.
• Oversee event setup/breakdown for Museum events as needed.
• Act as facility emergencies contact.
• Engage in ongoing training to stay current in facilities management.
• Ensure prompt responses to department requests.
• Preserve Museum aesthetics through knowledge of building operations.
• Assist Senior Leadership with additional duties.

Skills

Building safety

Self-motivation

Communication

Detail-oriented

Availability evenings/weekends

Education

College degree

Technical certification

Tools

Building automation systems

Job description

OUR MISSION & IMPACT

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center (IHMEC) honors Survivors and victims of the Holocaust by teaching universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice, and indifference. The Museum activates this mission through world-class exhibitions, public programming, and educational initiatives to equip audiences with knowledge, skills, and courage to take a stand for humanity. Today, IHMEC is the third largest Holocaust museum in the world and second largest in the country, impacting hundreds of thousands of students, teachers, law enforcement and community members annually. As a world leader in connecting the history and lessons of the Holocaust, we inspire visitors to become Upstanders, who speak out for what’s right – turning powerful lessons of history into positive actions today.

THE POSITION

Position Title: Associate Building Engineer

Location: Skokie, IL

Reports To: Associate Director of Building Operations

The Associate Building Engineer is responsible for the efficient operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems and equipment throughout the Museum. The successful candidate must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced and multi-faceted environment. This individual will maintain positive working relationships with Museum staff and vendors, responding to requests in a professional and timely manner. The Associate Building Engineer is a salaried, nonexempt position, eligible for overtime with no union representation.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Aid the development and implementation of an annual facilities plan including, but not limited to, capital improvements (short and long term) and maintenance plans (short and long term);
• Support central plant operation including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, mechanical rooms (HVAC) equipment and systems and ensure that exact temperature and humidity standards are monitored and maintained;
• Serve as primary contact on Facilities staff for preventative maintenance, general maintenance and repair of all museum facilities and grounds, including maintaining internal service records.
• Occasionally oversee and support event preparation, set-up, and breakdown for all Museum events;
• Act as a contact for facility related emergencies;
• Participate in ongoing training and education to stay abreast of facilities management/plant operation trends;
• Ensure that facility staff consistently provide positive and prompt response to requests from departments;
• Utilize building knowledge to preserve the aesthetics of the Museum;
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Manager or Senior Leadership Team Member.

THE PERSON

Education | Experience

• College degree and/or certification of a technical related field of study and/or minimum of 2-3 years of related work experience in facilities maintenance or management;
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with maintenance of physical property including land, building and equipment. Including but not limited to HVAC systems, electrical systems and plumbing systems;
• Familiarity with computerized building automation systems and basic engineering functions;
• Experience with basic carpentry and hand tool skills is strongly preferred, especially in a commercial setting.

Knowledge | Skills | Abilities

• Use and apply knowledge of building safety and compliance with Local, State, and Federal regulations;
• Self-motivated and be able to work independently while still functioning effectively in a team environment;
• Engage in effective written and oral communication with staff, vendors, and contractors;
• Ability to be detail-oriented;
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

OTHER INFORMATION

Salary and Benefits

• Salary Range is $65,000-$75,000;
• Generous benefits, including medical/vision/dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement plan contributions, among other industry-leading benefits.

Committed to Diversity

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. People of color, women, LGBTQ+ people, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements

May need to climb up and down stairs; to bend, stoop, and lift or move materials and retrieve files; to pull/push, lift, and carry up to 45 pounds; spend considerable time on feet; and to reach both above and below shoulder height.

Learn More

Visit our website, engage in virtual experiences, and learn more at ilholocaustmuseum.org.