United Service Companies

Maintenance Technician

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PayCompetitive
LocationChicago/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 545721

      Maintenance Technician

      Part-time

      Duties and responsibilities but are not limited to

      • Proactively maintain the physical building structure, building systems, and equipment by performing preventative and routine maintenance
      • Complete grounds and custodial work as needed or assigned
      • Use tools and other power equipment, following all manufacturer and other safety guidelines to ensure safety of self and others
      • Complete needed or assigned building, equipment, or room repairs including but not limited to plumbing, painting, carpentry sheetrock, power washing, and electrical work.
      • Prioritize repairs or maintenance needs that may inconvenience or negatively impact the experience of hotel guests.
      • Effectively communicate with hotel departments to ensure timely response and completion of maintenance needs.
      • Listen to guests and empathize with their challenges. When necessary, notify other departments and act on guests concerns.
      • Always maintain professionalism consistent with hotel brand and company expectations.
      • Know, maintain, and communicate hotel emergency procedures; inform and assist guests or hotel operations in emergencies.
      • Work directly with Executive Housekeeper and General Manager on all projects, assignments and expectations.

      Minimum Job Requirements

      • Experience & Education
      • 2+ years of maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel or similar facility
      • High School diploma or equivalency education certificate required
      • Electrical and/or plumbing certification preferred
      • Valid driver’s license may be required

      Communication

      • Some ability to speak English for proper communication between departments

      Physical

      • 8+ hours per day; stand and walk frequently throughout the workday
      • Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and pivot frequently through workday
      • Lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 75 pounds occasionally

      United Service Companies is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment extends beyond preventing discrimination and harassment; it’s about creating an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. We believe in the power of our people, the ideas they bring, and what we can accomplish together.

      Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all state & federal requirements, it is the policy of United Service Companies to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. United Service Companies also provides reasonable accommodations as required under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) for limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruitment Team 813-425-1985.

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