Skilled Interior Maintenance Painter

Little City Foundation; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Little City Foundation is seeking a building maintenance-focused candidate to participate in ongoing preventive maintenance, repairs, and building upkeep. The role involves plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, and on-call weekend coverage to ensure a safe environment for residents and staff.

Candidates should be mechanically inclined, with a high school diploma or GED and a valid Illinois driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must have a valid Illinois driver's license and carry proof of auto insurance.
• Mechanical incline with experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Experience with pool/well/septic maintenance is a plus.
• Able to perform heavy lifting and operate listed equipment such as snow blowers/plows.

Responsibilities

• Communicate major problems to the Building Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain assigned buildings including plumbing, carpentry, electrical repairs, and lock/appliance repair.
• Keep a clean, safe, healthy work environment and participate in preventive maintenance.
• Assist in purchasing supplies and training building maintenance staff.
• Assist contractors and contribute to hiring input as directed.
• Follow disaster plan guidelines and agency policies.
• Perform duties across facility maintenance areas, including events setup and snow removal.
• Maintain annual Heart Association First Aid/CPR certification.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interior building maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical work

Carpentry

Valid Illinois Driver's License

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Snow blowers

Snow plows

Power tools

Job description

Little City Foundation is seeking a building maintenance-focused candidate to participate in ongoing preventive maintenance, repairs, and building upkeep. The role involves plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, and on-call weekend coverage to ensure a safe environment for residents and staff.

Candidates should be mechanically inclined, with a high school diploma or GED and a valid Illinois driver’s license.