Healthcare Maintenance Technician

What this job involves

As a Healthcare Maintenance Technician at JLL, you will play an essential role in maintaining the safety, functionality, and comfort of healthcare facilities for our clients. This position involves performing a variety of routine and semi-skilled maintenance tasks to ensure that buildings, equipment, and grounds operate smoothly and meet the highest standards of care. Working within a healthcare environment at Rush University Medical Center, you'll contribute directly to patient safety and operational excellence by responding to maintenance needs quickly and professionally.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Perform routine plumbing repairs including repairing faucets, unplugging toilets and drains, and addressing minor plumbing issues
• Replace light bulbs, LED bulbs, and fluorescent lights throughout assigned healthcare facilities
• Perform electrical-related repairs such as replacing electrical receptacles and troubleshooting basic electrical issues
• Perform routine carpentry work including ceiling tile replacement, installing door stops, adjustable shelving, and hanging items such as whiteboards and baskets
• Assist HVAC technicians with the continuous cleaning of all vents in assigned areas and perform filter changes, valve replacements, or other skilled work under direct supervision
• Conduct facility experience rounding as assigned to identify and address maintenance needs proactively
• Document time, materials used, and completed tasks on work orders/requests to maintain accurate records and support inventory management

Required Qualifications

• Completion and certification from the Triton College/Local 399 Healthcare Facilities Maintenance Certificate Program, or equivalent coursework subject to management approval (non-negotiable)
• Ability to pass a background investigation and drug screening as required for access to all secured healthcare buildings
• Familiarity with the use and care of common equipment and tools for basic and semi-skilled general maintenance repair tasks
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, and interpret blueprints and schematic drawings with supervisory support
• Capability to perform manual labor indoors and outdoors for extended periods, including standing, kneeling, walking, lifting, and working in small or cramped areas
• Ability to work at elevations greater than ten feet, climb ladders or steps, and move objects such as furniture, equipment, and supplies
• Strong commitment to JLL's employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity, and ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with staff, patients, and other employees

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a healthcare or institutional facility maintenance environment
• Basic understanding of OSHA safety procedures and ability to learn and practice safety regulations
• Experience documenting maintenance activities and managing basic tool inventory
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients, and the public
• Eagerness to learn assigned tasks quickly and correctly through on-the-job training and educational opportunities