Maintenance Mechanic (Full-Time)

CJE SeniorLife

Deerfield (IL)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 69,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Training & Development

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Health Club Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

CJE SeniorLife seeks a Maintenance Mechanic III to keep our aging facilities running smoothly and safely. The role covers HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, and general maintenance in a healthcare setting.

On-site position with union involvement and a Monday–Friday schedule; weekend rotation and strong safety standards apply to daily operations.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
3–5 years of maintenance experience including HVAC and boiler equipment.
Knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and electrical repairs.

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains heating, cooling, electric, plumbing, and other mechanical systems.
Performs routine repairs to building, equipment, and grounds.
Reads manuals, blueprints, and building plans.
Completes work orders efficiently and on time.
Performs preventative maintenance across the building.
Adjusts building controls for HVAC equipment.
Documents tasks with daily logs and paperwork.
Maintains safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

HVAC

Boiler operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

Agency overview

CJE SeniorLife is a leading provider of services for older adults, dedicated to enhancing quality of life through compassionate care, innovation, and community engagement. Guided by our mission to support older adults in living with dignity, purpose, and connection, we provide a comprehensive range of programs and services that meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Role overview

As a Maintenance Mechanic III, you’re the go-to problem solver who keeps everything running. From HVAC to plumbing to electrical systems, you jump in, fix issues fast, and keep the building operating like a well-oiled machine.

This is an on-site role.

What You’ll Do

Essential responsibilities

Following prescribed procedures and services, operates and/or maintains the facility’s heating, cooling, electric, plumbing, and other mechanical equipment.
Makes routine repairs to building, mechanical equipment, and grounds.
Comprehends various manuals, blueprints, and building plans.
Ensures work orders are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
Performs preventative maintenance throughout the building.
Makes changes to the building controls system for HVAC equipment.
Completes necessary paperwork and daily log when completing tasks.
Keeps all landscaped and parking lot areas clean, safe, and maintained in accordance with designed standards.
Complies with and understands all OSHA, IDPH, and regulatory body standards.
Uses necessary safety precautions for oxygen usage, lock out tag out of equipment, use of fire prevention equipment, and other safety precautions as needed.
Contacts outside vendors for equipment repair when needed and assists with the repairs.
Ensures safety of residents, staff, and visitors by complying with safety and security procedures.
Performs plumbing repairs (such as toilets, sinks, urinals, and garbage disposals).
Uses hand tools and other tools required for the job.
Performs electrical repairs (such as replacing outlets, light switches, ballasts, and small motors).
Assembles equipment.
Repairs door locks, hinges, and other door hardware.
Ensures that the building meets regulation standards through knowledge of building codes, IDPH requirements, OSHA regulations, and local fire department requirements.

Compensation

$28.96 per hour.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, rotating weekends.

Union status

Membership in Service Employees International Union Local 73 is a condition of employment.

Who You Are

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required.

Experience

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel) are required.
A minimum of 3 to 5 years of related maintenance experience including the operation and maintenance of HVAC and boiler machinery and equipment is required.
Working knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and electric repairs is required.
Previous experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
Weekend availability required.
Carpentry skills required.
Experience with mechanical breakdowns is required.
Experience performing plumbing repairs required.
Experience using a variety of hand tools required.
Experience performing electrical repairs required.
Experience repairing door locks, hinges, and other door hardware required.

Other

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Why This Role Rocks

Impact

What you do matters every day. Your work keeps residents comfortable, staff supported, and the entire community safe, making a real difference in how people live, work, and feel in the space.

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