Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician; Kankakee Valley REMC

Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician (Kankakee Valley REMC)

Full-time

Thank you for your interest in Kankakee Valley REMC.

Located in Wanatah, Indiana, Kankakee Valley Rural Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) is a member-owned cooperative delivering power to more than 18,000 residential and commercial members across Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Marshall, Pulaski, St. Joseph, and Starke counties.

As a non-profit member cooperative, our members are also owners, entitled to benefits such as democratic control through board elections, strength through collaboration with other cooperatives locally and nationally, and the return of margins in the form of capital credits.

Our mission is to exceed the expectations of our cooperative family by fostering trust, education, and open communication. We stay true to our founding philosophy of serving those who would not otherwise be served and creating opportunities for generations to come.

Kankakee Valley REMC is seeking a dependable, self-motivated, and mechanically inclined individual to join our team as a Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician.

The Building & Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine building and grounds maintenance, assisting with warehouse operations, and supporting compliance with safety and OSHA standards. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Perform building and grounds maintenance, including mowing, weed eating, fertilizer application, weed control, and snow removal
• Complete general building maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, replacing furnace filters, and minor repairs
• Operate equipment including (but not limited to): forklift, skid steer, riding mower, pick-up truck with trailer, floor scrubber, and power tools
• Assist the Warehouse Coordinator as needed
• Open to obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

• Maintain OSHA compliance standards within the warehouse
• Follow and stay informed on all REMC safety standards
• Report potential problems or safety concerns to the Warehouse Coordinator
• Develop working knowledge of materials used for REMC projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Regularly lift materials, tools, and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more
• Push or pull materials to load and unload within the warehouse
• Climb stairs and ladders
• Work in awkward positions, including stooping and bending
• Inspect warehouse and equipment to ensure safe working conditions
• Occasionally work around blood borne pathogens and chemical contaminants

• Regular verbal and written communication with others
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with DOT regulations and REMC policies

• Day shift position
• Occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays may be required due to business needs, emergencies, or snow removal
• Non-exempt position
• On-site role

• High school diploma or GED required
• Familiarity with basic tools and equipment
• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Ability to organize work logically and efficiently
• Willingness to obtain a CDL

This position involves both indoor and outdoor work in a warehouse and grounds environment.

The REMC offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary structure commensurate with qualifications and experience, including pension, 401(k), medical and ancillary plans. Kankakee Valley REMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Kankakee Valley REMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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The Final date to receive applications is 11:45 p.m. CST on Friday, March 6, 2026.