Salvation Army ARC
General Maintenance Worker
- Salvation Army ARC
Apply to join our team as a General Maintenance Worker at Salvation Army ARC. Your pay will be based on your skills and experience, to be discussed with the recruiter.
Base Pay Range $24.66/hr - $27.40/hr
Location: College for Officer Training site near Wrigley Field on the North Side of Chicago.
Objective Provide maintenance and upkeep of the College for Officer Training buildings, equipment, grounds, and vehicles.
Duties
Assist the Property Department in completing work orders promptly.
Aid in moving furniture, boxes, etc.
Maintain campus grounds: mowing grass, weeding gardens, removing litter and trash, handling yard clippings, trimming bushes and trees, watering plants throughout spring, summer, and fall.
Keep sidewalks, stairs, parking lots, and drives clear of snow and ice buildup.
Perform regular and preventative maintenance of motorized equipment, including vehicles, riding mowers, and lawn equipment.
Perform minor repairs on malfunctioning equipment, doors, windows, lights, etc. as per instructions.
Maintain all buildings, equipment, grounds, and vehicles associated with the College for Officer Training.
Assist in the regular servicing of HVAC, filter changes, and other equipment preventative maintenance.
Conduct preventive maintenance walk‑throughs of campus mechanical areas.
Respond to emergency needs as assigned on a rotating on‑call schedule.
Respond to weekend snow plowing as assigned on a rotating on‑call schedule.
Perform plumbing repairs such as installing toilets, cabinets, faucets, drainpipes, water pumps, and motors.
Maintain all campus vehicles including transportation to oil changes and maintenance repairs, vacuuming, and washing.
Perform pipe rodding of sewers.
Install and repair appliances as needed.
Perform drywall hanging, sanding, patching, and painting.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Clean after service companies have completed the project.
Maintain compactor and compactor rooms clear.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent. 1–3 years of experience in facility maintenance.
Skills:
Ability to speak, write, and understand English for effective communication with leadership.
Ability to obtain an Illinois Class B license.
Clear background check.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Self‑motivated, able to work independently with great attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None.
Physical Requirements
Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, excellent manual dexterity.
Regularly lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 80 lbs.
Requires bending, squatting, and walking.
May stand for extended periods.
Work on ladders.
Travel Travel locally with a CFOT vehicle in the performance of job duties.
Equal Opportunity The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for full‑time employees including medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company‑funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call 847‑294‑2029.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Distribution and Supply Chain
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- Salvation Army ARC
Apply to join our team as a General Maintenance Worker at Salvation Army ARC. Your pay will be based on your skills and experience, to be discussed with the recruiter.
Base Pay Range $24.66/hr - $27.40/hr
Location: College for Officer Training site near Wrigley Field on the North Side of Chicago.
Objective Provide maintenance and upkeep of the College for Officer Training buildings, equipment, grounds, and vehicles.
Duties
Assist the Property Department in completing work orders promptly.
Aid in moving furniture, boxes, etc.
Maintain campus grounds: mowing grass, weeding gardens, removing litter and trash, handling yard clippings, trimming bushes and trees, watering plants throughout spring, summer, and fall.
Keep sidewalks, stairs, parking lots, and drives clear of snow and ice buildup.
Perform regular and preventative maintenance of motorized equipment, including vehicles, riding mowers, and lawn equipment.
Perform minor repairs on malfunctioning equipment, doors, windows, lights, etc. as per instructions.
Maintain all buildings, equipment, grounds, and vehicles associated with the College for Officer Training.
Assist in the regular servicing of HVAC, filter changes, and other equipment preventative maintenance.
Conduct preventive maintenance walk‑throughs of campus mechanical areas.
Respond to emergency needs as assigned on a rotating on‑call schedule.
Respond to weekend snow plowing as assigned on a rotating on‑call schedule.
Perform plumbing repairs such as installing toilets, cabinets, faucets, drainpipes, water pumps, and motors.
Maintain all campus vehicles including transportation to oil changes and maintenance repairs, vacuuming, and washing.
Perform pipe rodding of sewers.
Install and repair appliances as needed.
Perform drywall hanging, sanding, patching, and painting.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Clean after service companies have completed the project.
Maintain compactor and compactor rooms clear.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent. 1–3 years of experience in facility maintenance.
Skills:
Ability to speak, write, and understand English for effective communication with leadership.
Ability to obtain an Illinois Class B license.
Clear background check.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Self‑motivated, able to work independently with great attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None.
Physical Requirements
Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, excellent manual dexterity.
Regularly lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 80 lbs.
Requires bending, squatting, and walking.
May stand for extended periods.
Work on ladders.
Travel Travel locally with a CFOT vehicle in the performance of job duties.
Equal Opportunity The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for full‑time employees including medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company‑funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call 847‑294‑2029.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Distribution and Supply Chain
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