Back to Jobs
AC

Senior Maintenance Technician at Aspire Chicago

Aspire Chicago Waukegan, IL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Description:

Position Summary:

The Senior Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in supporting a mission-driven organization by ensuring that facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for performing routine building maintenance and preventive maintenance activities in a timely, orderly, accurate, and professional manner. Building maintenance tasks will include but are not limited to: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. The Senior Maintenance Technician contributes to a safe and welcoming environment that enables staff, clients, and stakeholders to thrive.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Complete Facility Tree work orders including, but not limited to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, painting, and appliances.
  • Electrical- perform routine electrical repairs such as: wiring, fuses, fixtures and sockets, and repair/install/service HVAC systems.
  • Plumbing- perform routine plumbing repairs such as: replace/repair/service water heaters, clear drainlines, and replace broken pipes, worn out washers- gaskets and or faucets and floats.
  • Carpentry- perform routine carpentry repair such as: kitchen cabinets, window screens/glass, door locks, and plaster/drywall, trim, flooring.
  • Mechanical- perform routine mechanical repair such as: repair/diagnose all major appliances, HVAC, and other needed power tools.
  • Other unskilled tasks such as: interior and exterior painting, floor tile installation and repair, interior cleaning, tree/shrub trimming, debris removal.
  • Inventory- identifying, cataloging, and procuring necessary materials used in maintenance operation
  • Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs of exterior and interior systems of Aspire buildings and residences.
  • Responsible for after-hours emergency work orders in Aspire buildings and residences.
  • Assist in snow/ice removal (where applicable)
  • Basic troubleshooting and routine preventative maintenance
  • Recognize when specialized knowledge is necessary and source appropriate resources.
  • Assist other departments with moving furniture including unloading and storing supplies.
  • Attend all mandatory employee staff meetings and company safety meetings/webinars.
  • Understand and follow all safety protocols.
Requirements:

Required Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED, required
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Licensing/Certifications:

  • Valid driver's license and GOOD driving record (MVR is reviewed)

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

  • Technical training or extensive hands-on experience required
  • Ability to carry out other tasks, perform physical labor, operate tools and machinery, and lift at least 80 lbs.
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) proficiency

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

  • Forklift Certification
  • (HVAC) Certification preferred
  • Appliance repair experience a plus




Compensation details: 26-26.44 Hourly Wage



PI5fb3c6fdeaf7-8300

Typical senior pay: $84k for Calibration Technologists and Technicians nationally

National salary averages
Expected senior-level
$84k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$45k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $105k

Slight candidate advantage

Strong hiring activity gives you options. Use competing offers strategically.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Moderate

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+5%
10yr growth
Typical: Associate's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024