Facilities Trades Instructor: Mentor Technicians

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to teach and mentor technicians in a busy, historic facility. The role focuses on hands‑on training across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general building maintenance while integrating best practices and safety.

You will coach technicians in real‑world situations, develop simple training materials and SOPs, onboard new staff, and help create the next generation of exceptional maintenance

Qualifications

• 5+ years in commercial facilities maintenance or skilled trades.
• Experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or training others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, encouraging, and passionate about helping others succeed.
• Comfortable working in an older building with evolving challenges.

Responsibilities

• Teach practical skills across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general building maintenance.
• Review technicians' work on PMs, work orders, repairs and troubleshooting.
• Coach and mentor maintenance technicians on the job.
• Develop training materials, SOPs, and hands-on exercises.
• Onboard and train new maintenance employees.
• Evaluate technician skill levels and identify growth opportunities.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and proper use of tools.
• Share industry best practices and foster continuous learning.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and repairs.
• Maintain high standards for craftsmanship, safety, and professionalism.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Drywall

Painting

Building systems

Teaching/mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Trade school or vocational instructor experience

Tools

Building automation

OSHA/CMRT/CMRP certifications

Job description

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to teach and mentor technicians in a busy, historic facility. The role focuses on hands‑on training across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general building maintenance while integrating best practices and safety.

You will coach technicians in real‑world situations, develop simple training materials and SOPs, onboard new staff, and help create the next generation of exceptional maintenance