Maintenance Technician

Illinois College; Jacksonville, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois College is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support campus facilities in Jacksonville, IL. The role requires following detailed instructions for routine maintenance tasks, HVAC support, and general upkeep of buildings and grounds.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, dependable work history, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks while adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Reliable work history reflecting dependability.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Two years of building maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with maintaining HVAC equipment (e.g. changes filters).
• Processes daily work orders.
• Performs miscellaneous electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks.
• Assists with repairs of system controllers, wiring, and functions.
• Assists reading gauges, meters, and thermometers and records readings on log sheets.
• Checks operation of equipment and reports to supervisor needed repairs.
• Operates equipment to perform the job (e.g. Kubotas, forklift, snow removal equipment and power tools).
• Assists with responsibility for securing an inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Maintains operating records as required.
• Assists with campus event setups.
• Supervises and trains subordinates as required.
• Responds to emergencies in off-hours; rotating on-call shifts.
• Knows and operates within OSHA standards and college safety policies.

Skills

Reliability

Drivers license

Intercultural competency

Stepladder work

Strong communication

Customer service

Physical stamina

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Illinois College - Jacksonville, IL 62650Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 HourlyThe Maintenance Technician performs supervised routine maintenance tasks, following specific detailed instructions in the maintenance of campus buildings and grounds. This individual is a self-motivated team player who works effectively with technical and non-technical team members and outside individuals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with maintaining HVAC equipment (e.g. changes filters)
• Processes daily work orders
• Has ability to perform miscellaneous electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks
• Assists with repairs system controllers, wiring, and functions
• Assists when needed with reading and checking gauges, meters, and thermometers and records readings on log sheets
• Checks operation of equipment and reports to supervisor needed repairs for buildings and mechanical equipment
• Operates necessary equipment to perform the job (e.g. driving Kubotas, forklift, snow removal equipment and various power tools)
• Assists with the responsibility for securing an inventory of supplies and equipment
• Maintains operating records as required
• Assists with campus event setups
• Supervises and trains subordinates and other assigned personnel as required
• Responds to emergencies in off-hours, as necessary. Rotating on-call shifts posted weekly.
• Has knowledge of and operates within OSHA standards and college safety policies at all times

QualificationsQualifications:

• High school or equivalent, required
• Demonstrable work history reflecting reliability and dependability
• Must possess a current drivers license and evidence of insurability
• Intercultural competency, ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work from stepladders with or without accommodations
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide units of measure
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform duties with minimal supervision
• Ability to stoop, bend, stand, walk, reach, kneel, climb, or balance frequently and for extended periods of time while performing job duties
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills are required
• Two years of building maintenance experience, preferred
• Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.

Additional Job Details:

• Job Title: Maintenance Technician
• Department: Facilities Management
• Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
• Status: Full Time, Hourly $18.00 per hour
• Class: Non-exempt
• Date Last Revised: August 2026
• Tuesday-Saturday 8:00a.m-4:30p.m

About Illinois College:

Illinois College is a residential, private liberal arts college located in the heart of Illinois, 70 miles northeast of Saint Louis, Missouri, and 30 miles west of Springfield, the capital of Illinois. True to its founding vision in 1829, Illinois College is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service, fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.