Facilities Maintenance Specialist

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
Base: $28.85 - $38.46 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
7+ years work experience in related discipline
Preventative maintenance of specialized equipment
Troubleshooting and repairing facility systems
The role supports the maintenance, operation, and reliability of specialized equipment within the Animal Resources Center to ensure humane care of laboratory animals

Job Summary

  • The role supports the maintenance, operation, and reliability of specialized equipment within the Animal Resources Center to ensure humane care of laboratory animals.
  • Responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to resolve issues efficiently.
  • The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $28.85 - $38.46 along with eligibility for health, retirement, and paid time off benefits.

Matching Summary

The role supports the maintenance, operation, and reliability of specialized equipment within the Animal Resources Center to ensure humane care of laboratory animals.

Salary

Base: $28.85 - $38.46 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years work experience in related discipline
  • Preventative maintenance of specialized equipment
  • Troubleshooting and repairing facility systems
  • Monitoring environmental conditions and BAS reporting
  • Coordinating with contractors and vendors

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in academic or biomedical research environment
  • Familiarity with HVAC maintenance and building systems
  • Shop equipment repair, machine tools, and welding skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure with frequent deadlines

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7+ years of work experience
  • Vocational training or apprenticeship equivalent
  • Physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds
  • Availability for on-call nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Health screen required prior to employment

Work Rights

Not specified

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