Maintenance Technician

Youth Outreach Services

Maintenance Technician

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Maintenance Technician

    Location: Chicago, IL
    Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
    Job Type: Full-time

    Hourly Rate: $17 to 18 per hour.

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    About the Role:

    We're looking for a hands-on, reliable Maintenance Technician to help keep our YOS properties clean, safe, and functioning smoothly. You'll work under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor to handle day-to-day maintenance tasks, repairs, and safety checks.

    What You'll Do:

    Perform basic manual labor, including:

    • Trash removal

    • Restocking cleaning and bathroom supplies

    • Light landscaping

    • Basic furniture repairs

    • Complete monthly safety inspections at our outpost offices

    • Deliver internal mail twice a week to various locations

    • Support emergency maintenance requests when needed (on-call support)

    • Work safely and monitor any contractor work on our properties

    • Assist with special projects and other maintenance duties as assigned

    What We're Looking For:

    • High school diploma or GED

    • Some experience in maintenance or general labor preferred

    • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment

    • Comfortable working indoors and outdoors, including in wet or humid conditions

    • Basic understanding of safety procedures and general maintenance tools

    • Good communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions

    • Comfortable working around diverse teams and communities.

    Additional Info:

    • This role involves physical work: standing, lifting, bending, and working in a variety of weather conditions.

    • Must be able to work near machinery and handle tools safely.

    • May occasionally work in high places or around fumes/dust.

    Benefits, Full-time:

    • Health, Dental, Vision
    • Life Insurance
    • Short/Long-Term Disability options
    • 403(b) Retirement
    • Paid Time off (PTO)
    • Mileage Reimbursement (exclusive to position)
    • Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

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    If you're ready to make a difference, apply today!_

    Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace, and compliance with this policy is a condition of continued employment.

    Youth Outreach Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care