Senior Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Oak Brook, IL 

M-F: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 

Starting rate: $29.95 To $39.31 Hourly

Location: Oak Brook, IL
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Blistex is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Mechanic to support our manufacturing facility and campus infrastructure. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with strong experience maintaining HVAC systems, boilers, air compressors, and building support equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment such as food, consumer packaged goods (CPG), pharmaceutical, cosmetics/personal care, or ingredient manufacturing.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who enjoys troubleshooting facility systems, performing preventive maintenance, and helping ensure a safe, reliable, and well-maintained workplace.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on:
  • Rooftop HVAC units
  • Air handling equipment
  • Low-pressure boiler systems
  • Air compressors and compressed air systems
  • Building automation and support equipment
• Conduct daily inspections and equipment checks to ensure reliable operation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform repairs to minimize downtime.
• Monitor facility infrastructure and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Replace light fixtures, ceiling tiles, filters, piping, valves, and other building components.
• Complete routine building repairs and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate contractor work and oversee service vendors as needed.
• Assist with facility moves, including moving furniture, equipment, and materials.
• Support snow removal and seasonal grounds maintenance activities.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment when required.

• Execute scheduled PMs on facility equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation.
• Support compliance with safety, GMP, and facility standards.

• 4+ years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience maintaining and troubleshooting:
  • HVAC systems
  • Air compressors
  • Boiler systems
  • Mechanical building infrastructure
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and standard maintenance equipment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple projects.

• Experience in a food, pharmaceutical, personal care, CPG, chemical, or ingredient manufacturing facility.
• EPA Certification for refrigerant handling.
• Experience with forklift operation.
• Welding, pipefitting, or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience managing contractors and outside vendors.

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to move furniture, equipment, and materials throughout the facility.
• Ability to climb ladders, work on rooftops, crouch, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors during seasonal weather conditions, including snow removal activities.

• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Consistent first-shift schedule
• Opportunity to work across a wide range of building systems and facility equipment
• Collaborative team environment with long-term career growth opportunities

Diverse Experiences 

Blistex is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Blistex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or any other legally protected status. 

Career Growth 

Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become the best in our industry. You will find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, career opportunities and development opportunities to help you become a better professional and/or leader. 

Compensation 

The base pay for this position ranges from $29.95 To $39.31/hour. Pay is based on a number of factors including job related knowledge, skills and experience.  

Benefits 

As part of the total compensation package a full range of benefits are offered including medical coverage, insurance, and financial benefits. For more information, please visit https://blistexinc.com/employee-benefits/.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Notice for Candidates

As part of our recruitment process, Microsoft Copilot AI tools may be used to assist with administrative recruiting activities, including:

• Generating summaries of interview notes
• Assisting with the creation and editing of job postings
• Capturing and organizing meeting transcription data from interviews conducted through supported platforms

AI-generated content is used to support our recruiting team and does not replace human review or decision-making. All hiring decisions are made by Blistex personnel.

Candidates have the right to request a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or have questions regarding our use of AI in recruiting, please contact:

Kathleen O'Connor
???? koconnor@blistex.com