Maintenance Technician

Access Community Health Network; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Comprehensive healthcare

Generous PTO

403(B) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Access Community Health Network in Chicago seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance across ACCESS facilities, ensuring safety, functionality, and regulatory compliance.

You will handle carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical tasks, logs, inspections, and coordinate with vendors. Must have a high school diploma and 2+ years in maintenance; valid driver’s license; healthcare setting preferred. This role offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of facility or building maintenance preferred.
• Healthcare, clinical, or regulated environment experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Experience with carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance across ACCESS facilities, including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC support, and basic electrical work.
• Maintain preventive maintenance logs and documentation for inspections and audits.
• Support fire, life safety and emergency preparedness activities, including drills and training.
• Respond to facility-related emergencies and assist in Incident Command as needed.
• Repair or modify doors, flooring, ceilings, walls, shelving, cabinetry, and partitions.
• Perform minor HVAC maintenance such as filter changes and belt replacements.
• Utilize CMMS to receive, track, and complete work orders.
• Coordinate with external vendors for safe, timely maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with moves, setup, events, and light groundskeeping as needed.
• Maintain safe handling of tools, equipment, and inventory.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC basics

Electrical work

OSHA safety

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM

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.
• 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 positionapplied/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 forreligious and/or medicalvaccination exemption as a part of theapplicationprocess.

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.