Facilities Maintenance Specialist

3 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Northwestern University Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Specialist to join our team at Northwestern University. This role will involve performing various skilled painting tasks, including applying paint to surfaces with brush, roller, and spray gun. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail and be able to work independently to determine the correct methods of application and selection of proper materials.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Apply primers, paints, lacquers, varnishes, scalers, fillers, and stains to interior and exterior surfaces
  • Clean materials using sandpaper, scrapers, sanding machines, and dusters
  • Mix and match paint and stain using the proper proportions of tint, base, and thinner
  • Perform taping to drywall surfaces
  • Prepare, cut, and hang wall coverings

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Training and/or development experience equivalent to a full apprenticeship (five years) plus relevant work experience of two years or more
  • Membership in Laborers Local 681, or joining after one month of employment
  • Valid driver's license recognized by the State of Illinois, own reliable transportation, and University parking permit

Estimated Salary: $50.57 per hour

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and more

Work-Life and Wellness:

  • Flexible work arrangements, childcare support, senior/adult care programs, and comprehensive wellness services

Professional Growth & Development:

  • Tools and resources for career development and continuing education


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