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Facilities Technician 2 - Electrical & HVAC - Woodfield Mall

Nordstrom · Schaumburg, IL · $20.75–$34.25 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you mentored a less experienced technician.

What they are checking: Whether they can grow other techs, which the posting names as part of the job.

How do you work with outside vendors to make sure their repairs are done right and on time?

What they are checking: Whether they manage vendor quality instead of just signing off on invoices.

How do you explain a repair delay to a store manager who wants it fixed now?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly with store leadership about timelines and tradeoffs.

What would you do

An escalator stops right before the store opens. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they secure the area, call the licensed vendor and keep store leadership informed.

This is a lead role where you'd delegate work orders to other technicians. How do you decide who gets what?

What they are checking: Whether they match tasks to skill and urgency and can lead a small team.

The restaurant reports a walk-in cooler warming up during lunch. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they act fast on food safety risk and know when to bring in a refrigeration vendor.

You support several Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack stores. How do you prioritize when two locations call at once?

What they are checking: Whether they weigh safety, customer impact and revenue to decide where to go first.

About the work

Walk me through how you troubleshoot a rooftop HVAC unit that's running but not cooling.

What they are checking: Whether they work through a system logically instead of swapping parts.

How do you safely troubleshoot a circuit that keeps tripping a breaker?

What they are checking: Electrical troubleshooting skill paired with lockout and tagout discipline.

What does a good preventive maintenance program look like for critical equipment in a store this size?

What they are checking: Whether they understand PM schedules prevent the break-fix calls that disrupt business.

What licenses or certifications do you hold for electrical or HVAC work, like EPA 608?

What they are checking: Whether they are qualified to legally handle refrigerants and electrical systems.

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The full job description

As published by Nordstrom.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY The Maintenance Technician II will help lead a team to provide a safe and well-maintained store environment for Nordstrom customers and employees. This role will support the Facility Manager (FM) to ensure stores are ready for business daily. The role will help execute on the following key themes: • Ensuring HVAC, Vertical Transportation, Restaurants, Entries and Signs, and Building Systems are ready for the day's business • Responding to daily break-fix and on-demand requests, advanced troubleshooting, and support in delegating generated workorders to team. • Communication with Store Leadership including participating in store meetings, supporting vendor relations and assisting with administrative items such as ordering parts and setting up meetings As a lead technician, you will use your skills to support the Facilities team in repairing and maintaining equipment and systems throughout the building. In addition to developing your skills, you will mentor other technicians to grow in their roles. This position will support multiple Nordstrom Stores and Nordstrom Rack locations within a business node. A day in the life… • Lead and perform both on demand and planned monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual Preventive Maintenance on all critical and non-critical equipment • Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all Store Operations • Operate and monitor building controls, critical and non-critical building systems, and associated equipment. • EMCS command: Troubleshooting alarms, verifying proper building operation. • Lead equipment and building rounds & readings. Responsible for identifying, mitigating, and reporting building systems and equipment malfunctions. • Perform manual labor tasks such as loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials. • Assist with administrative task such as parts ordering, PO# creation, vendor management, and attending relevant job meetings/project meetings, etc. • Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures. Act as a safety champion for adherence to safety and health rules by following proper LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), ergonomics, working at heights and machine guarding. • Act as face of the facilities business in place of the FM by helping to attend store meetings and vendor/project meetings. Clearly document and share notes on outcomes. • Complete preventative maintenance routines with proper documentation with the ability to delegate to and mentor other technicians on system(s) accuracy. • Assist FM with technical training of new employees on equipment and/or building systems. • Ability to respond to location emergencies • Update the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) as necessary to maintain maintenance procedure and accurate equipment historical records. Maintain adequate parts inventory and order items as necessary. • Communicate, coordinate, and assist in work with outside contractors, vendors, and Property Managers/Landlords. • Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives related to building operations and work safety. You’ve got this if… • High School Diploma/GED. Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college preferred • 5-7 years of experience of hands-on facilities with an emphasis in mechanical maintenance. • 5+ years of experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures • 5+ years of working experience involving HVAC and refrigeration, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical skills to perform facilities and equipment repairs. • Able to troubleshoot basic input and output functions. Low voltage signal tracing and troubleshooting of logical devices. • Able to work without supervision and appropriately meet multiple deadlines. • Ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with all organizational levels. Must include written and verbal skills. • Strong dedication to supporting facility by working in a safe, customer focused manner. Must be highly self-motivated. • Ability to utilize all Microsoft Office programs and applications at an intermediate level • Previous experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ordering system (Coupa) • Knowledge of computer networking systems and infrastructure • Experience with electromechanical operation and maintenance • Project Management experience a plus! • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule: days, evenings, weekends, and off-hours may be required Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs / ladders and ability to lift / carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more with or without reasonable accommodation Pay Range Details The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. $20.75 - $34.25 Hourly We’ve got you covered… Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including: • Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away • Life Insurance and Disability • Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_07-14_Full_Time_ES-US.pdf A few more important points... The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job. For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com . Please be mindful that there may be legal notices and requirements related to this job posting that are specific to your state. Review the Career Site FAQ’s for relevant information and guidelines. Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs. Nordstrom keeps job postings open for at least one day after the posting date. © 2026 Nordstrom, Inc

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