Building Engineer

Jobtailor; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Lake Forest, IL seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems, kitchens, hydrotherapy pools, and more. The role requires carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and the ability to read plans.

You will interact with vendors and internal teams, respond to emergencies, and maintain thorough records while handling multiple projects independently. A strong tool repertoire and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 5+ years of work experience or associate degree/technical certification or completion of carpentry apprenticeship.
• Carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work with general trades knowledge.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools; able to read blueprints/building plans.
• Minor electrical work and basic plumbing skills are preferred.
• Proficient computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance across all building systems.
• Construct, install, and repair frameworks, structures, and fixtures.
• Interact across departments and with vendors.
• Respond to building emergencies.
• Execute routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair building systems and equipment.
• Assess and service commercial kitchen equipment.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of hydrotherapy pools.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Inspect entire facility daily for faults.
• Assist with inventory management of all equipment.

Skills

Carpentry

Preventative Maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

General Trades

Reading Building Plans

Spatial Awareness

Tool Proficiency

Inventory Management

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Technical Certification

Carpentry Apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance across all building systems
• Construct, install, and repair frameworks, structures, and fixtures
• Interact across departments within the organization and with vendors
• Respond to building emergencies
• Execute routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, diagnose, and facilitate repairs on all building systems and equipment
• Assess and service a wide range of commercial kitchen equipment
• Diagnose and repair plumbing issues
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits
• Maintain cleanliness and proper functioning of hydrotherapy pools
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities
• Inspect entire facility daily for any faults
• Assist with inventory management of all equipment on property

Requirements

• Previous carpentry experience in a commercial, industrial, or institutional environment
• High School diploma/GED required plus 5+ years of work experience or associate degree, technical certification or completion of a recognized carpentry apprenticeship
• Strong tool proficiency including safe operation of hand and power tools
• Strong spatial awareness and ability to calculate precise dimensions, angles, and material quantities
• Proficiency in general trades knowledge
• Minor electrical work experience
• Basic plumbing skills
• A Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) License is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within a specified timeframe
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
• Must be organized, able to manage multiple projects
• Proficiency in reading building plans and blueprints preferred
• Must be able to work non-traditional hours, in non-traditional settings

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in preventative and corrective maintenance across building systems, with strong proficiency in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. Capable of managing multiple projects while maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Carpentry Experience
• Preventative Maintenance
• Plumbing Skills
• Electrical Work Experience
• Certified Pool And Spa Operator License

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Preventative Maintenance
• Carpentry
• Plumbing
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• General Trades Knowledge
• Reading Building Plans
• Spatial Awareness
• Tool Proficiency
• Inventory Management
• Emergency Response

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Independent Work
• Interdepartmental Communication
• Project Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• GED
• Technical Certification
• Carpentry Apprenticeship
• Certified Pool And Spa Operator License

Industry Keywords

• Commercial Kitchen Equipment
• Building Systems
• Facility Inspection
• Hydrotherapy Pools
• Building Emergencies

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Teams
• Hand Tools
• Power Tools