Maintenance Technician I - Groundskeeper

Advocate Health; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Barrington, IL is looking for a Maintenance Technician I - Groundskeeper for a 20-hour weekly shift. The role focuses on facility and equipment maintenance, CMMS documentation, and basic repairs across mechanical, electrical, and grounds tasks.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license, with less than 2 years' maintenance experience. Strong communication and computer skills are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Driver's license required.
• Less than 2 years' experience in equipment maintenance.
• Basic computer skills with CMMS and building automation familiarity.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility and equipment maintenance per codes and CMMS documentation.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment with guidance.
• Maintain and repair patient care equipment where needed.
• Maintain mechanical/electrical systems (HVAC, pumps, pipes, etc.) with guidance.
• Handle grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal tasks.
• Respond to emergencies (leaks, power outages, fires) as directed.
• Address occupant requests promptly; perform zone maintenance rounds.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Read blueprints and manuals to complete assignments.

Skills

Basic communication

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!

Position: Maintenance Technician I - Groundskeeper

Location: Good Shepherd hospital; Barrington, IL.

Part Time; 0.5 status - working 20 hours a week

1st shift

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents through use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Basic level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, etc. within defined operating procedures and with guidance/assistance.
• Basic level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair patient care equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables, etc. where not maintained by other departments
• Basic level of skill to maintains, troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical systems such as pneumatic tube, HVAC, refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, commercial kitchen equipment, electrical, plumbing, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems etc. within defined operating procedures and with guidance/assistance.
• Performs other routine to minimally complex general maintenance functions in the area’s grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.
• Respond and make repairs associated with emergencies such as leaks, floods, water outages, fires, power outages, equipment failures, etc. as directed
• Respond to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner. Performs zone maintenance rounding. Keeps requesters apprised of the status of corrective actions and service requests.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and performs equipment safety checks.
• Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, firewalls and smoke partitions.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Driver's License required.

Education Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Required:

• Less than 2 years' experience in equipment maintenance

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic computer skills such as CMMS, building automation system, Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.
• Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
  

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.