Maintenance Technician

Access Community Health Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Healthcare coverage

PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Cross-departmental committees

Job summary

Access Community Health Network is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic to keep our health center facilities safe, functional, and compliant. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple sites, handling carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical tasks.

Ideal candidates bring healthcare maintenance experience, OSHA knowledge, and the ability to work with a CMMS to manage work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years in facility or building maintenance preferred.
• Healthcare, clinical, or regulated environment experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Proof of insurance if using a personal vehicle for work.
• General maintenance trades including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical work.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety practices, and building codes.
• Trade-related certifications (HVAC, carpentry, electrical, locksmith, refrigeration) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance across ACCESS facilities, including general carpentry, minor plumbing, HVAC support, and basic electrical work.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance logs and required documentation to support inspections, audits, and regulatory surveys.
• Support fire, life safety, and emergency preparedness activities, including safety inspections, emergency drills, and required training.
• Respond to facility-related emergencies and participate in Incident Command operations as assigned.
• Repair, install, or modify facility components such as doors, flooring, ceiling tiles, wall surfaces, shelving, cabinetry, and partitions.
• Perform minor HVAC maintenance, including filter changes, belt replacements, and basic troubleshooting and repairs.
• Utilize the CMMS to receive, track, prioritize, and complete work orders within established service standards.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality maintenance and repair services.
• Assist with facility moves, furniture and equipment assembly, special event setup, and limited groundskeeping or snow removal as needed.
• Maintain safe, organized, and secure control of tools, equipment, materials, inventory, and assigned vehicles or storage areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance trades

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

Electrical

OSHA knowledge

Basic computer skills

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate for any reason. We welcome talented individuals who believe in our mission, drive the organization forward, and recognize the positive impact they can bring to our communities.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance services to ensure ACCESS facilities are safe, functional, and compliant with regulatory and safety standards. The role supports building systems, life safety infrastructure, and day-to-day facility operations across multiple health center locations.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance across ACCESS facilities, including general carpentry, minor plumbing, HVAC support, and basic electrical work.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance logs and required documentation to support inspections, audits, and regulatory surveys.
• Support fire, life safety, and emergency preparedness activities, including safety inspections, emergency drills, and required training.
• Respond to facility-related emergencies and participate in Incident Command operations as assigned.
• Repair, install, or modify facility components such as doors, flooring, ceiling tiles, wall surfaces, shelving, cabinetry, and partitions.
• Perform minor HVAC maintenance, including filter changes, belt replacements, and basic troubleshooting and repairs.
• Utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to receive, track, prioritize, and complete work orders within established service standards.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality maintenance and repair services.
• Assist with facility moves, furniture and equipment assembly, special event setup, and limited groundskeeping or snow removal as needed.
• Maintain safe, organized, and secure control of tools, equipment, materials, inventory, and assigned vehicles or storage areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Preferences

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years of experience in facility or building maintenance preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare, clinical, or regulated environment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Proof of insurance is required if a personal vehicle is used for work.
• Working knowledge of general maintenance trades including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical work.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety practices, and applicable building codes.
• Trade-related certifications (HVAC, carpentry, electrical, locksmith, refrigeration) preferred.
• Basic computer skills, including email and electronic work order systems.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and perform sustained physical labor.

Working Conditions/Equipment

• Duties are performed mainly in facility and health center settings, with occasional office work.
• Local travel between health centers and community locations is required.
• Work schedule generally between 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with flexibility for holidays, weekends, and off-hour emergency response as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and perform physical work for extended periods.
• Work performed indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including temperatures below 32°F and above 90°F.
• Regular use of computers, mobile devices, general office equipment, and maintenance tools.
• Employees are expected to have own required hand tools necessary to perform assigned maintenance duties, as applicable.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs for qualifying individuals
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Generous PTO
• 403(B) retirement plan and financial resources to help you save and plan for your retirement
• Life Insurance
• Opportunity to participate in cross-departmental committees to innovate and transform our care delivery model and our workplace

ACCESS is a Network of Federally Qualified Health Centers treating patients on the frontlines of community-based health care.

Depending on position applied/being recruited for, candidates may be required to be vaccinated against communicable diseases and provide supporting documentation proving that they are properly vaccinated, or apply for religious and/or medical vaccination exemption as a part of the application process.

The pay ranges provided represent the minimum to mid-range for positions. Actual compensation will be determined based on a combination of factors including years of experience, educational background, market conditions, and available grant funding.