Lead Maintenance Technician — On-Call & Safety Focus

Embrace Living Communities; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Embrace Living Communities in Palatine, IL seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician to preserve and repair facilities, maintain grounds, and contribute to a welcoming home environment for residents. On-call 24/7 for emergencies, you’ll lead the maintenance team and help plan capital replacements and preventive maintenance.

The role covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and coordination with vendors.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience – HS diploma or equivalent, 1-year certificate from college or technical school, and over three years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries from residents and staff.
• Mathematical Skills – Basic arithmetic operations.
• Computer Skills – Proficient in email, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics.
• Licenses – Valid driver’s license and ability to drive as needed.
• Other Qualifications – Electrical wiring capabilities and plumbing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Creates a respectful living environment aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Promotes harmonious relations among residents, guests, team members, vendors, and local partners; acts as workplace mentor.
• Supports a wellness culture that encourages active aging and living well.
• Responds to emergencies by performing repairs to maintain safety; on-call 24/7.
• Assists in goal setting for maintenance programs and technicians.
• Contributes to a 10-year capital replacement plan.
• Develops and implements preventative maintenance programs.
• Enforces internal controls to protect assets and procedures.
• Improves day-to-day procedures for efficiency.
• Surveys buildings, equipment, and systems to identify issues.
• Follows Plants Operations and Procedures Manual.
• Maintains inventory and submits purchase orders as needed.
• Monitors vendors on site and ensures repairs per contract; assists pest control inspections.
• Repairs mechanical systems to health and safety standards.
• Performs maintenance of electrical systems (replacing bulbs, ballasts, outlets).
• Repairs plumbing to prevent water damage and restore fixtures.
• Maintains HVAC equipment for climate control.
• Performs general maintenance (painting, carpentry, landscaping).
• Supports setup of ventilation, refrigeration, and other systems; conducts repairs.
• Complies with hazardous material storage, usage and disposal policies.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment with PPE as needed.
• Operates snow removal equipment for walkways and parking lots.
• Clears trash and debris from outdoor areas.
• Performs light housekeeping as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Plumbing knowledge

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

1-year certificate (college/technical)

3+ years related experience

Job description

Embrace Living Communities in Palatine, IL seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician to preserve and repair facilities, maintain grounds, and contribute to a welcoming home environment for residents. On-call 24/7 for emergencies, you’ll lead the maintenance team and help plan capital replacements and preventive maintenance.

The role covers electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and coordination with vendors.