Hands-On Campus Facilities Maintenance Leader

Midwestern-University; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness facility

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead Campus Facilities maintenance teams across interior and exterior assets. The role combines hands-on supervision with strategic planning, overseeing preventive maintenance, safety programs, and capital projects to support the university’s academic and clinical campuses.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, proven experience managing carpentry, plumbing, grounds, and event setups, plus a valid IL driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• A one-year certificate from a college or technical school, or an AA degree, is preferred.
• Must have any combination of experience, education, and formal training equivalent to 7 or more years in one or more major areas of responsibility.
• Must have strong leadership skills to guide multiple teams in accomplishing project initiatives effectively.
• Experience in construction projects is desired.
• A valid IL driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads multiple maintenance teams across carpentry, plumbing, painting, flooring and tiling, equipment mechanics, grounds maintenance, event setups and other routine maintenance.
• Plans daily tasks in the work order system and delegates them to maintenance technicians and other professionals.
• Provides planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, reviewing, and participating in all tasks related to facility maintenance.
• Handles emergency situations during or after-hours calls for repair and maintenance.
• Develops maintenance policies and standards for the organization.
• Coordinates training sessions in facility maintenance, safety procedures, and methods.
• Inspects elevators, fire alarms, security cameras, and sprinkler systems.
• Guides teams in developing project scopes aligned with university initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

High school diploma or GED

One-year certificate (technical school)

Associate’s degree (A.A.) preferred

7+ years experience in major areas of responsibility

Job description

Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead Campus Facilities maintenance teams across interior and exterior assets. The role combines hands-on supervision with strategic planning, overseeing preventive maintenance, safety programs, and capital projects to support the university’s academic and clinical campuses.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, proven experience managing carpentry, plumbing, grounds, and event setups, plus a valid IL driver’s