Facilities Maintenance Tech

Tangentusa; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tangentusa is seeking a dependable Facilities Maintenance Technician in Aurora, Illinois. The ideal candidate will inspect properties, perform repairs, and assist with various maintenance tasks. Key requirements include carpentry experience and knowledge of plumbing or electrical systems. Additionally, candidates should possess a high school diploma and 2-5 years of facilities experience. This role offers varied physical tasks and may require bilingual skills (English/Spanish).

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in facilities maintenance or carpentry.
• Specialized skills in plumbing, electrical, or HVAC systems are a plus.
• Ability to handle physical tasks and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and routine maintenance on facilities.
• Inspect properties for necessary repairs or updates.
• Assist with grounds maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Facilities maintenance or carpentry experience

Specialized experience with plumbing, electrical, or HVAC systems

EPA certification

Familiarity with basic hand and power tools

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

2-5 years facilities experience

Job description

We are looking for a dependable Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our facilities management team. In this role, you will inspect the property to identify necessary repairs. Whenever possible, you will complete the repairs yourself or with other members of our maintenance team. Our ideal candidate has some carpentry experience and is knowledgeable about various hand and power tools. You may also be asked to perform maintenance on our plumbing or electrical system, so any experience in these areas is a major plus. As part of our maintenance team, you should feel comfortable assisting with landscaping and cleaning tasks as needed. Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are encouraged to apply

Requirements

• Performs basic and routine facilities maintenance, construction, and repair tasks according to service, quality, and safety standards.
• Assists with miscellaneous facility projects, including painting, drywall, carpentry, installation of fixtures, and moving furniture or materials within the facility.
• Inspect the property to identify necessary repairs or updates.
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Assist with grounds maintenance tasks including shoveling walkways and removing trash.
• Works with or assists trades contractors to complete projects or complex repairs.
• Maintain an inventory of spare parts based on our most likely needs.
• Utilizes a work order system to log activities as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required skills/abilities

• Facilities maintenance or carpentry experience (preferred)
• Specialized experience with plumbing, electrical, or HVAC systems (a plus)
• EPA certification (a plus)
• Familiarity with basic hand and power tools
• Physical stamina to perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license

Education and experience

• High school diploma or GED certificate (preferred)
• 2-5 years facilities experience preferred.

Physical requirements

• Ability to sit, stand and walk long distances daily.
• Ability to lift 45 lbs