Property Maintenance Specialist I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional and detail-oriented individual for our Property Maintenance Specialist I position. This position is a Monday-Friday 2nd shift (2:30pm – 10:30pm) and the starting wage is $20.00 per hour. 2nd shift will also receive a shift differential of $1.75 per hour. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with an experienced team for a growing company, then this position is for you!

As a Property Maintenance Specialist I, a typical day might include the following:  

• Assist with ground keeping, personnel moves, and routine floor care.

• Conduct routine maintenance as required to ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

• Perform daily custodial maintenance duties of basic complexity including but not limited to sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, mopping, trash removal, and appropriate response to requests as needed.

This job might be for you if you:

• Are able to work various shifts, hours, and days dependent on workload.

• Have experience operating custodial related equipment and/or applicable chemicals, supplies, hand and power tools.

• Are able to perform basic repairs including carpentry, painting, and equipment installation.

• Are able reach, bend, grip, twist, stand for at least 8 hours, safely ascend and descend ladders, pull weight from high/low shelves, and lift and maneuver 40 pounds frequently.

• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Location Information

​Lake Zurich, IL- We are currently hiring direct into Lake Zurich, Illinois, SEL’s Fault Indicator and Sensor Division, provides a positive, professional environment where you can make a difference in how the industry views SEL products and solutions. The company’s proximity to Chicago will allow you to enjoy all that the city has to offer, but its quieter, suburban location is ideal for those looking for a more relaxed place to live and work.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.

• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  

• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

New hires generally start at $20.00 per hour. 2nd shift will also receive a shift differential of $1.75 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.