Maintenance Technician Trainee

Lillibridge Healthcare Services; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off: 20 days + 11 holidays

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Lillibridge Healthcare Services is seeking a Maintenance Technician Trainee to support the upkeep of twelve properties across the Chicagoland area. You will assist with work orders, routine improvements, and safety processes under the guidance of the onsite engineering team.

Based in Downers Grove, IL, this growth-oriented role offers hands-on training, exposure to building systems, and the opportunity to develop technical skills while ensuring tenant and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be located in Downers Grove, IL area and/or willing to travel by vehicle to multiple locations throughout Chicagoland.
• Must be in office (onsite) 5 days a week.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, climb ladders/stairs, and perform extensive walking.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing work orders related to maintenance and repairs.
• Support routine physical improvements to the property.
• Respond to emergencies per departmental protocols.
• Assist team in maintaining equipment, tools, supplies, and logs.
• Communicate building status and changes to appropriate individuals.
• Adhere to safety standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training in maintenance

Tools

Work order software

Job description

Job Description

Lillibridge Healthcare Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ventas, delivering property management and leasing excellence with an outstanding record of tenant satisfaction. Lillibridge manages more than 22 million square feet of outpatient medical space across 36 states, providing prime medical office spaces to health systems and physicians seeking to expand their reach and deliver value to their communities.

Job Description

Lillibridge Healthcare Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ventas, delivering property management and leasing excellence with an outstanding record of tenant satisfaction. Lillibridge manages more than 22 million square feet of outpatient medical space across 36 states, providing prime medical office spaces to health systems and physicians seeking to expand their reach and deliver value to their communities.

About The Role

The Maintenance Technician Trainee is responsible for supporting the maintenance and upkeep of twelve (12) properties throughout the Chicagoland area. This role will also ensure efficient operations and client/tenant satisfaction, and general property maintenance and repairs. This is a growth-oriented role designed to develop technical skills through hands‑on experience, job shadowing, formal training, and practical application alongside the onsite engineering team.

Responsibilities

This role plays a key part in maintaining the reliability and performance of our buildings, creating safe, functional environments for tenants, clients, and patients. Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in completing work orders related to physical maintenance and repairs of assigned buildings using work order software systems
• Support routine physical improvements to the property
• Respond to emergencies in accordance with departmental protocols
• Assist the Building and Engineering team in maintaining equipment, tools, supplies, stock inventories, and logs
• Communicate building status and changes effectively to appropriate individuals
• Adhere to all safety standards, policies and procedures, codes of conduct, and industry best practices
• Act professionally and courteously at all times with tenants, hospital clients, co‑workers, vendors, and patients
• Use materials, supplies, tools, and building property safely and efficiently
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training in maintenance-related fields preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Customer service experience preferred
• Must be located in Downers Grove, IL area and/or willing to travel via vehicle to multiple locations throughout the Chicagoland area.
• Must be in office (onsite) 5 days a week
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, climb ladders/stairs, and perform extensive walking
• Basic computer skills and comfort using maintenance or work order software
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Why Choose Lillibridge

• Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
• 90% employer‑covered health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 20 days of PTO to start + 11 paid holidays
• Stable, long-term career growth with a trusted national leader

The estimated base salary range for this position is $24-$29/hour ($50,000 – $60,320) per year. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of the base salary Ventas reasonably expects to pay at the time of posting. Actual base pay will be determined based on work location, skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and business needs.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and other wellness benefits under applicable plan terms.