Job Description

What you’ll be responsible for:

Under general supervision of designated Property or Building Manager, responsible for maintenance, good order and cleanliness of physical plant, equipment and storage areas of one or more agency Facilities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performs all necessary maintenance tasks required, to keep facility in neat, clean and orderly condition. Completes Preventive Maintenance tasks.
• Performs routine repairs to plant and equipment including more difficult repairs requiring skills beyond the "handy-man" category.
• Directs the work of assistants, as appropriate, in the performance of varied maintenance tasks.
• Assists in making arrangements and preparing specification for outside service contractors for complicated and highly technical repairs.
• Assists in maintaining safe operating and working conditions complying with requirements of inspection reports from insurance carriers or consultants.
• Provides input and recommendations relevant to changes and improvements in the physical plant including remodeling refurnishing or decorating.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• High school graduate.
• Two years related experience.
• Technical training in all areas required by position responsibilities.
• Driver's License.
• Ability to walk long distances, up stairs, climb ladders while carrying heavy loads up to 50 lbs.; good visual acuity; handle tools, supplies and equipment properly; good communication skills.

Job Location:

Chicago, IL

Shift Hours:

• Monday-Friday: 1:00 - 9:30 p.m.

Compensation: $25.74/Hour and Second Shift Differential $.75/Hour

Job Category: Union Required

What you’ll love about us:

At JUF, you can be part of one of the largest non-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. We provide food, refuge, healthcare, education, emergency assistance, and essential services to 500,000 Chicagoans of all faiths and millions of Jews around the world. We take pride in our mission and in having a work culture that fosters a sense of belonging and feels rewarding, supportive, and inclusive.

Time off: paid time off, sick days, 8 paid federal holidays and up to13 paid Jewish holidays, and 6 weeks paid parental leave.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, and much more.