Maintenance Technician

LAZ Parking; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teamsters Local 727

Job summary

LAZ Parking in Chicago, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service on-street parking meters and pay stations on the 2nd shift, Tuesday through Saturday. You will help ensure equipment is reliable and safe for customers, with a focus on quality and timeliness.

You will drive a company vehicle, perform preventive maintenance, document repairs, manage basic inventory, and report safety issues. LAZ values teamwork, professionalism, and a customer-first approach in this essential role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in a maintenance or technical role preferred.
• Experience in general labor or assembly is a plus.
• Parking industry experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a fleet vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Check and repair parking meters and pay stations daily.
• Verify equipment operation, supply levels, clock accuracy and appearance.
• Maintain inventory of parts and equipment.
• Report safety conditions related to equipment or workplace.
• Perform housekeeping and route walking to identify maintenance issues.
• Paint meter poles, curbs, and equipment as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Driving record

Teamwork

Area knowledge

Hand-held devices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us:

Here at LAZ Parking, we often say, it’s not what we do, it's the way we do it. We are more than just the fastest growing and largest privately held parking company in the country, we believe that the work we do and how we treat people can really make a difference.

Hours:

Tuesday to Saturday 3:00pm to 11:00pm / 2nd Shift

Compensation Package:

Hourly Pay $17.30 + $1.55 Incentive = $18.85 per hour

Union:

Teamsters Local 727

Benefits:

H&W, Pension, L&E, Vacation, Sick/Personal, Holiday Pay as applicable per the Meters CBA.

The Spirit of the Position:

The Maintenance Technician maintains on-street parking equipment to ensure it is in good working order.

Principal Job Duties:

• Drive a fleet vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Check and repair when necessary all parking meters and pay stations, daily.
• Standard check of equipment to include but is not limed to proper operations, paper supply, accuracy of time on system clock, and overall general appearance.
• Verify maintenance schedule for daily projects to be completed.
• Keep accurate inventory of parts and equipment.
• Note and report any safety condition relating to equipment or place of employment.
• Housekeeping duties to include but are not limited to cleaning of tools and equipment, shop organization and any other housekeeping tasks as deemed necessary.
• Walk assigned route daily noting and correcting any maintenance problems.
• Paint meter poles, curbs, equipment as required.
• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• 2+ years in a maintenance or technical role.
• Experience in general labor and or assembly.
• Experience in an on-street or routed is preferred but not required.
• Parking industry experience is preferred but not required.

Skills:

• General knowledge of the city or area the position is located.
• General knowledge of computers.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• General knowledge of hand-held devices and computers.
• Ability to handle challenging and, at times, emotionally-charged situations.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively.
• Ability to speak, read, and comprehend the English language.
• Must be open to feedback, differing opinions and other points of view.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and timeliness.
• Demonstrates the ability to seek improvement.
• Excellent teambuilding and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of how to operate various types of motor vehicles.
• Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record and unrestricted Illinois drivers’ license.

Physical Demands:

• Willingness to work in the elements – heat, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk and run for extended periods of time.
• Ability bend, stoop, squat and lift continuously throughout a shift.
• Ability to operate machinery and vehicles.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential duties/functions.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

LAZ is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service or unfavorable discharge from military service and veteran status, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We make all employment decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting our employees and administering our personnel policies, without regard to protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. We are dedicated to ensuring that all decisions regarding personnel are in accordance with our principles of equal employment opportunity.