Maintenance Mechanic

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 49,304 - 60,380; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs to mechanical and electrical systems, including HVAC. In this role, you will ensure compliance with safety policies and support maintenance operations. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, experience with HVAC systems, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

This is a union position, offering competitive pay of $35.79 per hour, with placement based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, preferably with HVAC training.
• Disassembly, replacement, or repair of industrial/commercial HVAC systems required.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems preferred.
• Knowledge of ESHQ policies and safe practices required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs of building systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and security policies.

Job description

Overview

Under the general supervision of a Building Maintenance Foreman, the Maintenance Mechanic II performs preventive maintenance, operational functions, and minor repairs to building and utility electrical and mechanical systems and structures (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, operational functions, and repairs to building systems, structures, and utilities.
• Assist the Maintenance Mechanic (journeyman level) in maintenance and repair of building systems.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Execute all work in compliance with environmental safety, health, quality, and security policies (ESHQ) established by Argonne National Laboratory.
• Support compliance with Safeguards and Security policies, work rules, and safe practices.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Disassembly, replacement, or repair of industrial/commercial HVAC systems.
• Experience with building/structures utilities, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of safe practices and adherence to ESHQ policies.
• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, preferably with attendance in an HVAC training program.

This is a union position. Pay is determined by the collective bargaining agreement. The hourly rate for a Maintenance Mechanic II is $35.79. The hourly rate for a Maintenance Mechanic I is $43.83. Salary placement depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay ranges are approximate and may vary based on the scope of responsibilities, qualifications, and internal equity. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.