Facilities Maintenance Specialist II/Senior Facilities Maintenance Specialist - Chicago
Listed on 2026-06-15
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Facility Maintenance
Facilities Maintenance Specialist II / Senior Facilities Maintenance Specialist - Chicago
Job Category: Facilities Operations
Requisition Number: FACIL
004779
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location Type: On-site
Locations- 2234 W North Ave., Chicago, IL 60647, USA
- 2727 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60614, USA
- 101 W Division St., Chicago, IL 60610, USA
- 2500 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614, USA
- 1550 N Clark St., Chicago, IL 60610, USA
- 1165 N Clark St., #200, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Work Arrangement: This position is an onsite working arrangement in our Chicago offices. Expectation to travel to all 6 Chicago, Illinois branches/offices throughout the week, as well as other Northern Illinois branches as needed. Vehicle is provided for travel.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 am‑3:30 pm CT, with a rotated 24‑hour on‑call shift.
The Facilities Maintenance Specialist ensures the efficient operation and maintenance of credit union buildings within downtown Chicago. This role involves routine building inspections, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing repairs, and maintaining indoor and outdoor areas. The technician coordinates with staff and contractors, travels between locations, and responds to emergencies. We pride ourselves on a detail‑oriented approach and commitment to providing superior service, ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming for both employees and members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Facilities Maintenance Specialist II:
- Perform general facility maintenance and troubleshooting across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and related systems.
- Provide quick and professional response to maintenance and service requests from staff and management.
- Monitor and respond to building notification systems and 24‑hour alerts from the monitoring companies.
- Participate in the on‑call rotation schedule for 24‑hour facilities emergency response.
- Maintain the functionality and appearance of Credit Union buildings, systems, furnishings, and fixtures.
- Complete and document daily work orders, reporting progress and unresolved issues to the manager.
- Maintain organized storage areas, tools, supplies, and equipment in proper working condition.
- Assist with bid solicitation for minor repairs, upgrades, or equipment replacements and participate in facility projects and compliance training as needed.
- Understand the Credit Union's policies and procedures to ensure compliance and accountability in managing operational risks related to facilities maintenance.
- Participate actively in the maintenance, operation, and testing of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, emergency lighting, and other life safety systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Oversee the upkeep of building security alarms, entry operations, and access control equipment and hardware.
- Manage the maintenance and operation of electrical systems, including emergency power generation equipment and low‑voltage building control systems.
- Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance; operate building automation and management systems.
- Conduct research and analysis to identify potential maintenance problems before they occur, providing proactive solutions.
- Lead various projects related to maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements.
- Mentor and train other team members, sharing expertise and best practices.
- Work closely with industry professionals and consultants to achieve high‑quality results.
- Proactively recognize and address any deficiencies or defects in the facilities without needing direction.
- Senior Facilities Maintenance Specialist:
- Conduct regular audits and maintenance checks on critical systems to ensure they are functioning optimally.
- Continuously seek out and propose innovative methods and best practices to improve efficiency.
- Oversee the installation and repair of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure, furnishings, and utilities.
- Act as person in charge when management is unavailable, ensuring continuity of operations.
- Assess vendors based on price, quality, services, and reliability to ensure optimal vendor selection.
- Monitor vendor performance, address any issues, and ensure contracts align with…
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