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Job Title:** **Onsite Refrigeration/Freezer Building Technician

Job Description

As a Onsite Refrigeration/Freezer Building Technician, you will be responsible for performing both preventative and corrective maintenance across various building systems, primarily focusing on mechanical equipment and facility infrastructure. Your role will involve contract procurement, vendor oversight, and managing event operations, requiring interaction with multiple departments and external vendors. You will also act as a primary responder to building emergencies, including power outages, plumbing leaks, fire alarms, and security issues.

Responsibilities

+ Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with the Building Automation System, including alarms and equipment malfunctions.

+ Execute routine preventative maintenance and troubleshoot, diagnose, and facilitate repairs on all building systems and equipment.

+ Service commercial kitchen equipment such as ovens, fryers, refrigerators, and dishwashers.

+ Diagnose and repair plumbing issues, including leaks and clogs, and replace fixtures.

+ Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits, replace outlets, and perform wiring modifications.

+ Maintain hydrotherapy pools, ensuring cleanliness and chemical balance.

+ Perform carpentry tasks including repairs on doors, cabinets, and furniture.

+ Conduct painting and drywall repair to maintain surfaces.

+ Perform annual fire suppression inspections and HVAC maintenance.

+ Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment history using a CMMS.

+ Inspect the facility daily for faults and take initiative in repairs or replacements.

+ Assist in developing the annual repair and maintenance budget and long-term facility planning.

+ Coordinate and optimize vendor relationships, including contract execution and performance evaluation.

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives and future greening efforts.

+ Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.

+ Provide initial approval on invoices and oversee document retention for contracts and building drawings.

Essential Skills

+ Previous experience in building maintenance within a commercial, industrial, or institutional environment.

+ High School diploma/GED and 10+ years of work experience or an associate degree, technical certification, or higher.

+ Minimum of 8 years of experience in facility maintenance.

+ Strong knowledge and technical expertise in troubleshooting and repairing kitchen equipment, refrigeration, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

+ Proficiency in minor electrical work and plumbing repairs.

+ Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) License preferred or ability to obtain certification.

+ Working knowledge of carpentry, masonry, and other building trades.

+ Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office and data management.

+ Ability to read building plans and blueprints.

+ Proficiency in operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.

+ Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to safely operate and possess or obtain an operator’s license for forklifts and lifts.

+ Comfort with heights and ability to respond to after-hours support within 60 minutes.

+ Physical capability for strenuous activity and ability to lift and move loads as required.

Why Work Here?

Join a world-class organization known for its exceptional company culture and benefits. Be part of a renowned brand in the Chicagoland area where the work environment is dynamic and rewarding, offering ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Work Environment

The work environment is set within a 38-acre complex that houses the headquarters of an internationally known sports team. Facilities include four outdoor practice fields, an indoor training center with artificial turf, conference rooms, an auditorium, locker rooms, sports medicine areas, and various sports and recreational amenities. Employees will work in a flexible environment that may require non-traditional hours, including weekends and holidays, in a state-of-the-art complex equipped with modern technologies and facilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Forest, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Highlights: 100% covered premiums, Pension, Free breakfast & lunch daily.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Our full-time offerings include but are not limited to:

-Core Coverage: 100% paid premium for healthcare and dental coverage, affordable vision offerings, 100% paid premium for disability and employee life insurance coverage, paid FMLA (including paid paternity leave)

-Investments: employer paid pension plan, 401K with matching

-Time to Recharge: Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 5 paid sick/mental health days, 4 paid floating holidays, 2 paid days to volunteer, plus 10 paid holidays (may be rotational depending on the holiday -usually get a comp day)

-Wellness: FREE breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks, access to onsite fitness facilities and , complimentary Calm app access

-Connection: Social events for staff and their families, Employee Resource Groups, Service Milestones, and more

-Professional Development: complimentary LinkedIn Learning access, leadership programming, guest speakers, mentorship, and more

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lake Forest,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.