Facilities Assistant

Experience Champaign Urbana; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Assistant to ensure the maintenance of their building and grounds. This role involves performing mechanical and electrical repairs, troubleshooting HVAC systems, and overseeing seasonal staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a well-maintained environment while developing skills in facility management. If you are resourceful, reliable, and ready to take on a variety of tasks in a dynamic setting, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related maintenance experience required.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics, electrical, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure building and grounds are maintained well.
• Oversee seasonal staff and ensure tasks are completed.

Skills

Basic mechanical repairs

Basic electrical functions

HVAC systems troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Hand/power tools

Ladder

Mower

Truck/auto

Job description

The full salary range for this position is $34,200 to $45,000 per year. The expected hiring salary range for this position is $35,360 to $39,520 per year.

Human Kinetics (HK) is headquartered in Champaign, IL. This position is fully onsite.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Applicants are not obligated to disclose expunged juvenile records of adjudication, arrest, or conviction as part of the application process.

*Learn more about our perks and benefits here: https://us.humankinetics.com/pages/human-kinetics-compensation-benefits-information

Human Kinetics is committed to building a more diverse workforce. We welcome BIPOC candidates and others who identify with underrepresented groups to apply.

Human Kinetics is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Human Kinetics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR at 217-403-7609.

Human Kinetics Compensation & Benefits Information

Our compensation philosophy is to value the contributions of all HK employees and to reward exceptional performance exceptionally. To do that, we provide a standard increase to all HK staff, and we award merit increases and bonuses to people who make extraordinary contributions to the work we do.

Job Summary

The Facilities Assistant is responsible for most interior and exterior building maintenance and for ensuring that the building and grounds are in order and good repair. The Facilities Assistant is required to be reachable by cell phone during work hours, as well as participating in the on call rotation and performing security checks. The Facilities Assistant may be asked to work evenings or weekends on occasion. The Facilities Assistant must have a valid Illinois driver’s license.

Essential Functions

1. Performs basic mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on company property or equipment as needed or according to scheduled intervals.
2. Performs basic electrical functions and repairs as assigned.
3. Ensures the exterior of the building and grounds of complex is maintained well and remains in good repair.
4. Ensures the interior of the building is maintained well and remains in good repair.
5. Troubleshoots and repairs HVAC systems as needed.
6. Oversees seasonal staff and ensures their work assignments are completed in accordance with HK standards.
7. Maintains company vehicles, keeping them clean and in good working order.
8. Works closely with Director, Shipping and Facilities to make recommendations for improvement, needed repairs, and/or organization to building & grounds.
9. Performs office moves, rearranges office furniture as needed.
10. Helps accurately maintain furniture database by recording office moves on forms to be entered into database.

Secondary Functions

1. Performs security checks on assigned weekends and holidays.
2. Takes part in on call rotation for emergency calls and perform security checks on site.
3. Available for emergency on-call situations that could occur 24/7.
4. Acts as back-up for Director when needed.

Job Qualifications

Minimally Required Education

High School Diploma / GED

Valid Illinois driver's license

Minimally Required Experience

1 year of related maintenance experience.

Basic knowledge of mechanics, electrical, and HVAC systems.

Preferred Experience

2+ years of related maintenance experience.

Required Competencies

Integrity

Resourcefulness

Effort

Respect

Teamwork

Stewardship

Basic computer operation, navigating Microsoft Windows, email correspondence

Attention to detail in record-keeping

Preferred Competencies

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software, Excel, Word, Outlook

Job Demands

Office Equipment: Occasional use of computer and cell phone. Rare use of copier.

Mental Demands: Frequent problem-solving and organization skills required. Occasional need for making decisions, supervising, interpreting data, and reading/writing.

Working Conditions: Frequently in both indoor and outdoor environments, occasionally in both high and low temperatures. Rarely exposed to fumes or loud noises.

Field/Trade Equipment: Occasional use of mower, ladder, truck/auto, shovel/rake/mop, hand/power tools. Rare use of tiller and forklift.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing and walking. Occasional carrying and kneeling. Rarely will sitting, lifting 70 lbs, or driving be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.