Travel Maintenance Technician LVL 3

McDonald's Restaurants Limited; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k Plan

Job summary

McDonald's Restaurants Limited in Chicago, IL seeks a Restaurant Maintenance Technician Level 3 to ensure safe, efficient operation of our restaurant facilities. You will lead maintenance efforts, troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, and perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment running at peak performance.

Responsibilities include advanced repairs on refrigeration, HVAC, and kitchen appliances; reading schematics; leading projects; inspections; training juniors; and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a service technician with appliance repair, HVAC/R, refrigeration, or mechanical maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to read schematics and technical diagrams accurately.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
• Strong mechanical skills with construction or equipment installation experience.
• Leadership with ability to manage multiple tasks and train others.
• Excellent troubleshooting and proactive maintenance approach.
• HVAC/R certification is mandatory; additional electrical or plumbing credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced repairs on restaurant equipment including refrigeration, HVAC, grills, fryers, ovens, coffee makers, and ice cream machines.
• Read schematics and electrical diagrams to diagnose issues accurately.
• Lead maintenance projects involving construction, installation, or upgrades of mechanical systems.
• Conduct regular inspections to prevent breakdowns of HVAC/R and refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, and mechanical problems using diagnostic tools.
• Train junior technicians and supervise safety procedures.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, parts used, and system performance.

Skills

HVAC/R systems

Refrigeration

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Appliance repair

Maintenance planning

Education

HVAC/R Certification

Refrigeration Certification

Tools

Upkeep system

Job description

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald’s USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald’s logos and food products, for example, when running the restaurant. However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald’s USA. If you are hired for the job described in this posting, the franchisee will be your employer, not McDonald’s USA. Only the franchisee is responsible for employment matters at the restaurant, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing, and scheduling employees. McDonald’s USA has no control over employment matters at the restaurant. McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy of your employment application and it will have no involvement in any employment decisions, including whether you receive an interview for the job or whether you are hired to work for the franchisee.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and energetic Restaurant Maintenance Technician Level 3 to ensure the seamless operation and safety of our restaurant facilities. In this vital role, you will lead maintenance efforts, troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, and perform preventative maintenance to keep all equipment running at peak performance. Your expertise will help create a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for both staff and guests, driving operational excellence through proactive service and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced repairs on restaurant equipment including refrigeration units, HVAC systems, and kitchen appliances, including grills, fryers, ovens, coffee makers and ice cream machines.

• Read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, and electrical diagrams to diagnose issues accurately.

• Lead maintenance projects involving construction, installation, or upgrades of mechanical systems and equipment.

• Conduct regular inspections of HVAC/R systems, refrigeration units, and mechanical components to prevent breakdowns.

• Troubleshoot complex electrical, plumbing, and mechanical problems using diagnostic tools and technical knowledge.

• Help train junior technicians, providing guidance on repair procedures and safety protocols.

• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs performed, parts used, and system performance logs.

Qualifications and Certifications

• Proven experience as a service technician with a strong background in appliance repair, HVAC/R systems, refrigeration, or mechanical maintenance.

• Demonstrated ability to read schematics and technical diagrams accurately.

• Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems—including air conditioning units—and refrigeration equipment.

• Strong mechanical skills with experience in construction or equipment installation projects.

• Leadership skills with the ability to work effectively while managing multiple tasks.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills combined with a proactive approach to maintenance.

• Certifications in HVAC/R or refrigeration are mandatory; additional credentials in electrical or plumbing work are a plus. Join us if you’re passionate about maintaining high standards of operational excellence! This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a dynamic environment where your skills directly impact guest satisfaction and safety.

Vehicle Requirements and Licenses

• Possess and maintain a valid IL state driver’s license.

• Must carry personal liability insurance coverage for your vehicle that meets or exceeds the state's minimums.

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.

• Provide MVR

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills in English – both oral and written.

• Ability to comply with both JDD Investment's, McDonald's and client-directed Policies & Procedures.

• Ability to complete work orders through company’s “Upkeep” system.

Physical Work Abilities and Requirements

• This position requires frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead, including:

• Lifting a minimum of 80 lbs.

• Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights.

• Climbing a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs

Additional Information:

• Education through Archways to Opportunity including opportunities to earn a High School degree, college tuition assistance, and English classes as a second language

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off

• 401k Plan

• Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00

• Work Location: In person, at our restaurants, other office locations. Must have a working, reliable personal vehicle.

By applying to this position, I understand that I am applying to work at a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonald’s USA. I understand that this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald’s USA. Any information I provide in this application will be submitted only to the independent franchisee, who is the only company responsible for employment matters at this restaurant. I recognize that the independent franchisee alone will make all decisions concerning employment matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. By applying for a job at a franchisee operated restaurant, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee organization in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the franchise organization for information about its privacy practices.

McDonald's Corporation and McDonald's USA, LLC (the "Company") are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, including any corporate-owned restaurant, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact [e-mail] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company or at a McDonald’s corporate-owned restaurant to which you are applying.

McDonald's and its franchisees are taking proactive steps in response to the COVID-19 outbreak to ensure the safety in our restaurants across all communities. Our values of quality, service, and cleanliness continue to guide us. We're following direction from the CDC, state, and local governments and adhering to our deep cleaning procedures in every restaurant, every day. We also fully support employees who stay home from work if they are feeling sick. Read more about the ways we are prioritizing health at https://news.mcdonalds.com/news-releases/news-release-details/prioritizing-health-safety-and-community-mcdonalds-shares.