Facility Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift -24-00436

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Facility Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Location : Vernon Hills, IL

Job Type and Duration : Direct Hire

Hours : 6am - 2pm

Reports to : Maintenance Supervisor / Project Manager

Job Overview : This position includes both mechanical and electrical aspects of troubleshooting and repair work. Performs skilled maintenance, repair, adjustment and minor construction work in the facility.

On a needed basis, the position will also support all production machines and auxiliary equipment including breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, and machine cleanings.

Job Dimensions :

• Part of our Company's Production Team
• Hourly non-exempt, no direct reports.
• Schedule : 8 hour shift 6 : 00am - 2 : 00 pm. May need to be on call during the weekends and some holidays. Flexibility of returning to site on an Emergency basis

Principal Accountabilities :

Performs preventative maintenance on building systems, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and control systems and related components;

tests system competency and component devices and evaluates performance.

• Assists Maintenance Supervisor in planning and scheduling preventative maintenance work and recommends approaches to preventative maintenance programs.
• Repairs and maintains a variety of facilities systems, components and structures; repairs building plumbing, low-voltage, and line voltage electric systems, door hardware, fire and life safety protection equipment / systems, sprinkler systems, sensors and related hardware and software;

constructs and maintains indoor / outdoor facilities, fans, lights and related; conducts structural inspections for safety.

Must have air compressor experience.

• Research replacement parts, ordering of parts, equipment, material and supplies as required.
• Maintains induction and air handling units; cleans and inspects all equipment, completes filter changes, lubricates, maintains and services mechanical and refrigeration and / or cooling systems.
• Coordinates maintenance of water distribution systems; cleans and inspects equipment.
• Identify, repair, and maintain appliances and heating and cooling equipment.
• Performs service and preventative maintenance on motorized equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems and identifies when appropriate for external service provider to make repairs.
• Identifies repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; participates in estimates and evaluations of project costs;

monitors work of vendors or contractors; assists in the review of new construction or remodel plans to assure compliance with facility maintenance standards.

• Coordinate with Facility Project Manager to resolve facility issues as a needed basis.
• Coordinate with other Facility Maintenance Technicians on resolving day to day issues and to prioritize tasks throughout the workday.
• Accesses and makes all levels of adjustments to computerized control systems, such as for lighting or energy management systems;

and troubleshoots control system problems.

• Trains less-skilled staff in facilities maintenance trades; assists Maintenance Supervisor to determine training needs for work group.
• Develop work plans with peer technicians for emergency repair of critical assets.
• Effective use of computerized maintenance management system and service request systems; tracks and closes assigned work orders;

may monitor work orders assigned to others and assist them in managing work orders.

• Utilize devices and management system to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem / cause / remedy, and parts used)
• Responds to facility emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure that all facilities are protected and remain operational.
• Assists with tasks required in preparing to open facility after a closure including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks and start-up operations as assigned.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out / Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.

and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards. Trains less-skilled staff on safety procedures related to facility maintenance.

Assists in structural safety inspections.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Maintains appropriate records and reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

Knowledge & Experience :

• Building maintenance and construction trades, i.e. plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, tile, etc.
• MUST HAVE AIR COMPRESSOR EXPERIENCE
• HVAC repair and inspection.
• PC competency and ability to use mobile apps on handheld devices
• Familiar with wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Education & Certifications :

High school diploma or GED, Associates Degree and / or industrial certification preferred

Skills / Abilities / Behaviours :

• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Mechanic aptitude
• Good troubleshooting and problem solving skills are essential
• Demonstrates organizational skills
• Read dimensional graphic templates in both metric / standard and apply to finished product
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work with minimal instructions

ESPO Corporation

www.espocorp.com

630-789-2525

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Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law.

If you need assistance applying please contact us directly.

Company Description

ESPO Engineering, established in 1965, is a premier Technical Recruiting and Staffing firm.

ESPO employees may enjoy a full range of benefits from 401(k), Premium Health Insurance, Dental, Disability, Direct Deposit, Vacation time and Holiday Pay.

Apply now and see why so many professionals choose ESPO to help advance their careers.

View jobs : www.espocorp.com / jobs

Company Description

ESPO Engineering, established in 1965, is a premier Technical Recruiting and Staffing firm. r n r nESPO employees may enjoy a full range of benefits from 401(k), Premium Health Insurance, Dental, Disability, Direct Deposit, Vacation time and Holiday Pay.

Apply now and see why so many professionals choose ESPO to help advance their careers. r nView jobs : www.espocorp.com / jobs