Facilities Maintenance Technician

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Bloomingdale Township (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Promotions from within

Job summary

GSF USA is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain a safe, functional school environment through general building maintenance, minor repairs, preventative maintenance, and grounds support.

This is a hands-on role across the facility and grounds, requiring dependability, mechanical aptitude, safety awareness, and the ability to work independently on diverse tasks while adhering to GSF policies.

Qualifications

• Must speak English.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and general problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify basic maintenance needs and determine when additional support is required.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work requests.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with school staff, GSF leadership, and team members.
• Ability to maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs throughout the facility, including doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, walls, and other building components.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and identify maintenance, repair, or safety concerns.
• Complete assigned maintenance requests and work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, patching, assembly, and other general handyman-type repairs as needed.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, room setups, and special school activities or events.
• Support general upkeep of school grounds, walkways, entrances, and exterior areas as assigned.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and approved groundskeeping or outdoor equipment.
• Monitor tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies and report repair or replacement needs.
• Follow established safety procedures, school requirements, and GSF policies while performing assigned work.
• Report larger repairs, safety hazards, or maintenance concerns requiring specialized service to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Maintenance basics

Prioritization

Independent worker

Tool handling

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Maintenance equipment

Job description

• Base Pay $24.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt Regular

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Facilities Maintenance Technician

ABOUT GSF USA

GSF USA is a leading commercial cleaning and facility services company committed to creating clean, safe, and healthy environments where people can thrive.

Our success starts with our people. By growing leaders from within, we build strong teams dedicated to creating clean, safe, and healthy environments while delivering exceptional service to every customer. Guided by our values of putting people first, leading with humility, acting with integrity, and succeeding through teamwork, we create a culture where people thrive, customers succeed, and leadership drives lasting impact. We simply deliver services that transform lives.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for helping maintain a safe, functional, and well-maintained school environment by performing general building maintenance, minor repairs, preventative maintenance, and grounds support.

This is a hands‑on position that works throughout the facility and school grounds to identify maintenance needs, complete assigned work orders, and support the overall condition and appearance of the property. The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, safety‑conscious, and comfortable working independently on a variety of maintenance tasks.

Schedule:

Full‑Time Monday through Friday 6am to 3:30pm

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs throughout the facility, including doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, walls, and other building components.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and identify maintenance, repair, or safety concerns.
• Complete assigned maintenance requests and work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, patching, assembly, and other general handyman‑type repairs as needed.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, room setups, and special school activities or events.
• Support general upkeep of school grounds, walkways, entrances, and exterior areas as assigned.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and approved groundskeeping or outdoor equipment.
• Monitor tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies and report repair or replacement needs.
• Follow established safety procedures, school requirements, and GSF policies while performing assigned work.
• Report larger repairs, safety hazards, or maintenance concerns requiring specialized service to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must speak English.

Strong mechanical aptitude and general problem‑solving skills.

Ability to identify basic maintenance needs and determine when additional support is required.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work requests.

Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with school staff, GSF leadership, and team members.

Ability to maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements.

Ability to climb stairs and safely use ladders when required.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Ability to push, pull, move, and position equipment, furniture, supplies, and other materials.

Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, maintenance equipment, and outdoor machinery.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position works both indoors and outdoors at a school facility and surrounding grounds. The employee may be exposed to changing weather conditions, dust, noise, maintenance materials, moving equipment, wet or uneven surfaces, and other conditions associated with general facility and grounds maintenance.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• A high‑growth environment where leaders are developed and promoted from within.
• A collaborative culture built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Must speak English.

Strong mechanical aptitude and general problem‑solving skills.

Ability to identify basic maintenance needs and determine when additional support is required.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work requests.

Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with school staff, GSF leadership, and team members.

Ability to maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, and perform repetitive movements.

Ability to climb stairs and safely use ladders when required.

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Ability to push, pull, move, and position equipment, furniture, supplies, and other materials.

Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, maintenance equipment, and outdoor machinery.

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule & Work Hours Monday-Friday 6am to 2:30pm