Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is a not-for-profit social service agency with more than 70 program sites throughout the state of Illinois. Our services include counseling, mental health, substance abuse treatment, housing, work with prisoners and their families and services for older adults and a variety of services for children including preschool, foster care, and adoption.
LSSI is hiring a full-timeMaintenance Technician, Monday through Friday. Under direction of Program Director provides direct building maintenance and cleaning for all facets of physical plant and grounds in accordance with health and safety requirements of LSSI/CILA.
Benefits and Perks:LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $16.50/Hour.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine maintenance, janitorial duties and repair of buildings and grounds.
• Report needs for major repairs as required by LSSI/CILA.
• Follow all standards regarding safety, licensing, regulatory and agency requirements.
• Assist in implementation of preventative maintenance program.
• Assist in resident apartment or room turnover preparations.
• Document work orders thru software based reporting system and complete other reporting functions as in compliance with LSSI and/or funding source requirements.
• Willingness to guide and support DD staff in emergency situations, if available, either by phone or in person.
• Perform other related tasks as necessary or assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / Equivalent or 6 months or more experience of maintenance related experience.
• Willingness and ability to participate/obtain LSSI, OSHA, CILA, etc. related training.
• Comprehend and follow instructions, perform assigned tasks, maintain an appropriate work pace, perform complex and/or varied tasks, relate to others, make decisions, direct/control plan work, communicate in writing and verbally.
• Minimal local travel to stores, etc.
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing. Access to an insured vehicle with required and valid IL statutory minimum insurance coverage.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.#ZR