Maintenance Technician

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Generous Benefits Package (Dental, Med

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Job summary

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is hiring a Maintenance Technician based in Decatur, IL, with travel to Bloomington, IN metro, and St. Louis metro areas.

The role performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and safety improvements across centers to keep spaces welcoming for children and staff. You will troubleshoot issues, coordinate with vendors, and ensure safe, clean work areas while complying with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a commercial or residential setting.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to pass all background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, general repairs, and facility improvements to interior and exterior spaces.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot facility issues, complete repairs or coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Ensure all work areas are safe, clean, and secure, especially in child-accessible spaces.
• Utilize Service Channel to receive, track, and complete work orders.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with center staff, landlord, and vendors.
• Travel between sites to perform repairs, including minor plumbing, HVAC filter changes, painting, irrigation work, carpentry, electrical work, and more.
• Support the cleaning, prepping, and closing of swimming pools (if applicable).
• Responsibly handle chemicals and follow safety protocols.
• Provide suggestions for improvements in operational or energy efficiency.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Travel between sites

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Drill

Impact driver

Screwdrivers

Hammer

Electric meter

Voltage detector

Wrenches

Job description

Maintenance Technician based in Decatur, Illinois!

This role requires travel between assigned school in the following locations:

• Decatur, Illinois
• Bloomington, Illinois
• Indianapolis, Indiana metro area
• St. Louis, Missouri metro area

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, solution-oriented professional who is passionate about creating safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environments for children and staff.

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require:

• A high school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a commercial or residential setting
• A valid driver's license
• The ability to pass all background checksCandidates must have their own set of tools, including but not limited to: drill, impact driver, various sizes of screwdrivers, hammer, electric meter, voltage detector, and wrenches

Compensation:

$60,000 annually

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy

Our Hiring Process:

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with Recruiter (30 minutes)
• Virtual interview with Facilities Manager and Vice President of Real Estate (45 minutes)
• Onsite with Regional Director (45 minutes)
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, preventative maintenance, general repairs, and facility improvements to interior and exterior spaces
• Diagnose and troubleshoot facility issues, completing repairs or coordinating with vendors as needed
• Ensure all work areas are safe, clean, and secure, especially in child-accessible spaces
• Utilize Service Channel to receive, track, and complete work orders
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with center staff, landlord, and vendors
• Travel between sites to perform repairs, including minor plumbing, HVAC filter changes, painting, irrigation work, carpentry, electrical work, and more
• Support the cleaning, prepping, and closing of swimming pools (if applicable)
• Responsibly handle chemicals and follow safety protocols
• Provide suggestions for improvements in operational or energy efficiency

Physical Requirements:

The role involves a range of physical activities necessary for performing maintenance work effectively and safely:

• Standing: Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods
• Walking/Moving: Frequently moving throughout the facility to access various work areas and equipment, sometimes over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Bending, Kneeling, Crouching, and Stooping: Positioning oneself to access equipment and perform tasks, including under desks and within confined areas
• Lifting and Carrying: Regularly lifting and moving equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs independently; heavier items (75-100 lbs) lifted with team assistance
• Pushing and Pulling: Exerting force to move equipment, tools, and other objects
• Climbing: Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and working from elevated positions or on scaffolding

If youre a dependable problem-solver who enjoys keeping things running smoothly and safely, we encourage you to apply today!

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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