Senior Maintenance Technician

**Chicago, IL, US** **Salary Range:** $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly **Position Summary** **The Maintenance Technician / Building Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and upkeep of agency buildings, grounds, and mechanical systems. This role ensures a safe, clean, and fully functional environment for staff, visitors, and program participants, while supporting efficient building operations and preventive maintenance efforts.** **Key Responsibilities** + **Perform general building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep to ensure a safe and operational facility** + **Open and close the building as scheduled, including alarm systems, lighting, and securing offices and common areas** + **Conduct routine inspections of building systems and facilities; document findings and maintain maintenance records** + **Perform preventive maintenance activities on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems** + **Troubleshoot basic HVAC, electrical, and plumbing issues and coordinate with supervisors when outside contractors are required** + **Complete work orders accurately and in a timely manner, providing clear documentation of work performed** + **Maintain exterior areas including sidewalks, entrances, landscaping, patios, and walkways; ensure safe conditions during inclement weather (rain, snow, ice)** + **Regulate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to maintain comfort and promote energy efficiency** + **Inspect exit doors, panic hardware, and safety systems to ensure compliance and proper operation** + **Perform routine painting, minor carpentry, and facility touch-ups as needed** + **Operate tools, equipment, and maintenance machinery safely and properly** + **Perform all duties with a strong focus on safety, accessibility, and consideration for individuals with visual impairments** + **Support organizational operations by performing other related duties as assigned** **Qualifications & Experience** + **High school diploma or equivalent required** + **Minimum of 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience, including basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general carpentry** + **Working knowledge of HVAC systems required** + **Ability to read work orders, manuals, and basic technical documentation** + **Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently** + **Dependable, self-motivated, and well-organized** + **Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely operate maintenance equipment** **Additional Requirements** + **Ability to work a flexible schedule as operational needs require** + **Willingness to occasionally travel to off-site locations (less than 10%)** + **Commitment to the organization's mission of providing opportunities for individuals who are blind, visually impaired, deaf-blind, or multi-disabled** **Work Environment** + **This position involves regular physical activity, including walking, standing, lifting, climbing ladders, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.** **_This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Duties may change to meet organizational needs._** **Employee Benefits** **_BENEFIT PACKAGE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 25% OF SALARY INCLUDING:_** + **10 days paid vacation** + **12 paid holidays** + **6 sick days accrued over the year** + **Insurance Eligibility the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment** + **Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered** + **Short/long term disability** + **Life insurance 2x salary** + **Employee recognition events** + **Company matched 401(k) plan** + **Reasonably priced delicious food options on site (except at Glenview location)** **The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights & Affirmative Action laws. The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired maintains a strong policy of accommodation and a consistent practice of employing qualified individuals with disabilities. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, military status, order of protection status or unfavorable discharge from military service.**

Created: 2026-04-02