Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

Company: UL
Location: Buffalo Grove
Posted on: October 7, 2021

Job Description:

Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

This role is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment, machinery and related controls and components at our facilities.   

• Oversee nighttime cooling (centrifugal chillers and thermal storage) and heating plants.
• Oversee and control the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and buildings. Perform preventative maintenance, general maintenance, and repairs to the mechanical, plumbing, and control systems for the facility to keep these systems up to applicable standards.
• Responsible for facility services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, general maintenance, and technical proficiency.
• Monitors operation and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Performs and/or completes all service requests accurately and expediently.
• Formulates and implements the preventative maintenance program for the building in conjunction with the Operations Manager.
• Performs preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner.
• Evaluates building systems to monitor and improve performance and operating efficiencies.
• Complies with all policies and procedures established for the property
• Ability to work long hours occasionally and some weekends.
• Responds to after-hours calls within two hours, and keeps company-issued phone on at all times.
• Actively participates in emergency response procedures, technical and safety training programs.
• Perform all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner. Report safety issues to supervisor.
• Completes all required training and safety programs.
• Tracks and reports time worked in accordance with account policies and procedures.
• Complies with all purchasing and receiving policies and procedures.
• Reports property issues that are not within direct responsibility to supervisor or call center team.
• Special projects and other functions as required by manager or client.
• Occasional snow removal operations.

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation, water treatment and fire life safety systems
• Universal CFC preferred
• Familiarity with computers and operations and office automation applications, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel, on occasion, to other facilities within the UL family of companies when the need arises
• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles and work ethic
• Understanding of and commitment to client service
• A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency
• CDL License preferred

UL has COVID-19 protocols and policies in place. Business related travel on behalf of UL requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.   
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.   

• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.   
• Grow & Achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.   
• Total Rewards: Total Rewards: All employees at UL are eligible for bonus compensation. UL offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL contributes to twice per year! Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

Working at UL is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal.
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com

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