Facilities Maintenance Technician

Building & Grounds Department

Facilities Maintenance Technician

9/30/2025

10/15/2025

The Building & Grounds Department is looking to hire a Facilities Maintenance Technician.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine building maintenance and related tasks in seven different facilities, including a 24/7 detention facility. Performance of building maintenance tasks in the fields of (e.g. carpentry, minor electrical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, HVAC, minor plumbing, etc) Performs general cleaning and other tasks as assigned. This is a full-time, nonexempt hourly position, reporting to the Facilities Manager.

Distinguishing Features of Work:
*various kinds of repair and maintenance work in large governmental facilities
*repair, maintain/monitor all equipment and amenities
*cleaning of various kinds; sometimes directs regular cleaning crew
*change of all filters and related items for HVAC as required
*On-call maintenance for all facilities, 24/7
*Maintain exterior property, including snow removal
*Moving equipment, office furniture, etc.
*Mowing and various kinds of yard maintenance
*Performs other work related duties as assigned
*Must be able to work flexible hours

*High School education or equivalent
*5-10 years of working experience in facilities maintenance
*Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing and carpentry
*Ability to work with minimal supervision
*Ability to push/lift 75 poinds
*Ability to climb ladders
*Bending at waist, sitting, kneeling, climbing, walking, crouching as job may require
*Ability to work in extreme temperatures
*Must be able to pass background check
*Must have a valid driver's license
*Working in high noise levels requiring hearing protection
*Working around lubricants, solvents, batteries, cleaning fluids, paints

*Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills; customer service oriented
*Must be organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task

Health, Dental, Pension, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Deferred Compensation

Please send your application to: Facilities Director, Byron Deaner, Sangamon County Building, 200 S. 9th St, Springfield, IL 62701

Applications should be received by no later than: October 15th, 2025 by 5pm

Sangamon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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