Facilities Maintenance Worker

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!

• Expected Pay Range: $23.56 - $25.00
• Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Benefits Available : : 2026-benefits-summary.pdf
• Shift Differential: Yes $1.50

WHAT’S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!

Who We Are

At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence.

Role Summary

The Maintenance Technician supports the day-to-day operation of our properties and facilities across Illinois and Indiana. This role is responsible for general upkeep, preventative maintenance, and repairs while coordinating with contractors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to standard. This is a full-time position with a 40–45 hour workweek and occasional on-call or flexible support.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain facilities and grounds through tasks such as landscaping, painting, light carpentry, and general upkeep.

• Perform preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, irrigation, and company vehicles.

• Identify maintenance issues early and complete repairs or coordinate with outside contractors as needed.

• Manage tools, equipment, and maintenance supply inventory to keep workspaces organized and functional.

• Document maintenance activities, follow safety protocols, and communicate effectively with internal teams.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Some trade or maintenance experience, with on-the-job training provided.

• Basic knowledge of building systems, tools, and general repair techniques.

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with contractors and internal partners.

What You Can Look Forward To

• A stable, full-time role supporting multiple properties and facilities.

• Hands-on, varied work where no two days are the same.

• Opportunities to build skills across multiple trades and systems.

• A family-oriented, team-focused work environment.

• The chance to support a growing organization that values dependable, quality work.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, sitting, climbing, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to complete all physical requirements of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Frequent exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outdoor environments.

• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures and elevated work areas.

• Moderate noise levels in a production-focused manufacturing environment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.

In the Van Drunen Family of Companies, commitment to excellence is in everything we do! As a global ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, we thrive on nourishing others with our products and our care for people. If you are looking to make an impact and grow with a family-friendly, values-driven company, you'll fit right in with the Van Drunen Family of Companies!

Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, creativity, innovation, unique capabilities and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our Company’s achievement as well.

The Van Drunen Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

Van Drunen Family of Companies may use artificial intelligence ("AI") in its recruitment and hiring process. To the extent AI is used, Van Drunen Family of Companies ensures that its use does not result in discrimination against applicants on the basis of any protected class.

Van Drunen Family of Companies does not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes, CV’s, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a submitted request and written search agreement for a position-specific requisition will be deemed the sole property of Van Drunen Family of Companies and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company.

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