Maintenance Technician
Location: Chicago, IL
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
Job Type: Full-time
Hourly Rate: $17 to 18 per hour.
About the Role:
We’re looking for a hands-on, reliable Maintenance Technician to help keep our YOS properties clean, safe, and functioning smoothly. You’ll work under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor to handle day-to-day maintenance tasks, repairs, and safety checks.
What You’ll Do:
Perform basic manual labor, including:
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Trash removal
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Restocking cleaning and bathroom supplies
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Light landscaping
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Basic furniture repairs
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Complete monthly safety inspections at our outpost offices
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Deliver internal mail twice a week to various locations
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Support emergency maintenance requests when needed (on-call support)
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Work safely and monitor any contractor work on our properties
Assist with special projects and other maintenance duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For:
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High school diploma or GED
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Some experience in maintenance or general labor preferred
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Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment
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Comfortable working indoors and outdoors, including in wet or humid conditions
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Basic understanding of safety procedures and general maintenance tools
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Good communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
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Comfortable working around diverse teams and communities.
Additional Info:
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This role involves physical work: standing, lifting, bending, and working in a variety of weather conditions.
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Must be able to work near machinery and handle tools safely.
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May occasionally work in high places or around fumes/dust.
Benefits, Full-time:
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short/Long-Term Disability options
- 403(b) Retirement
- Paid Time off (PTO)
- Mileage Reimbursement (exclusive to position)
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today!
Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace, and compliance with this policy is a condition of continued employment.
Youth Outreach Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.