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Maintenance Technician - Carbondale IL

Circle K · IL · Remote available

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about your experience in maintenance or construction. What kinds of repairs are you strongest at?

What they are checking: Whether they bring the 3 to 5 years of practical experience the posting prefers.

Tell me about a time you learned to fix new equipment you hadn't seen before.

What they are checking: Whether they learn quickly, since they will be trained on new and existing equipment.

What would you do

You'll cover multiple stores between Mt. Vernon and Carbondale. How would you plan your week across that territory?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance travel, preventive maintenance and urgent calls across a wide area.

How do you decide when to fix something yourself and when to bring in a contractor?

What they are checking: Whether they know their limits and think about cost, safety and downtime when choosing.

A store manager keeps calling about a small issue while you have a bigger job elsewhere. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize well and still communicate respectfully with store staff.

About the work

A store's walk-in cooler is warming up. Walk me through your troubleshooting.

What they are checking: Whether they can diagnose refrigeration basics quickly to save product and sales.

What does a good preventive maintenance routine look like for store equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they plan regular checks that cut down on breakdowns and costly emergency repairs.

How do you document a repair so the next tech or the store knows what happened?

What they are checking: Whether they record actions and ongoing needs clearly, which the posting calls out.

What safety steps do you take when working in tight spaces or with power tools?

What they are checking: Whether they follow safety rules in the confined, physical work this job involves.

How comfortable are you using email and computer forms to track your work?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the basic computer tasks the posting requires for tracking work.

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The full job description

As published by Circle K.

*Responsible for multiple locations between Mt. Vernon - Carbondale IL Essential Functions: Maintains equipment by troubleshooting, repairing, cleaning and maintaining related equipment; provides preventive maintenance. Facilitates repairs as required. Maintains safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations. Test new equipment as directed. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs. Have some computer knowledge to email, and use forms that are computer related to Circle K. Will be required to participate in training for existing and new equipment Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed Increases professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reading professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing Financial and Key Result Area targets pursuant to Company plan guidelines. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. 3-5 years’ experience of maintenance construction field or more preferred. Must have the manual dexterity to operate equipment, work in confined spaces, able to use power and hand tools, required crouching and/or crawling, and able to use a ladder. Experience in telecommunications is preferred but not required. Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple, changing priorities and ability to work independently in high priority, confidential, demanding business environment. Must have a valid driver’s license and must be insurable as a driver. Must be computer literate in MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Complete physical activity inventory of the position includes: • Sit for long periods of time. • Operate computer keyboard and mouse for data entry. • View computer monitor • Hear and speak via telephone. • Reach forward and/or overhead • Occasionally lift up to 80 pounds Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions inventory of the position includes: • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate at a normal range. • The lighting will include natural light from the outside as well as fluorescent lighting throughout the work areas. • Work with minimum direction and periodic supervision. Starting Pay: $25/hour THE ABOVE STATEMENTS REFLECT THE GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS / DUTIES AND /OR RESPONSIBILITIES NECESSARY TO IDENTIFY THE JOB AND ARE NOT NECESSARILY INTENDED TO SET FORTH ALL OF THE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB. NOTE: This Job Description may change periodically as required by business necessity, with or without advance notice to employees. Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Click below to review information about our company's use of the federal E-Verify program to check work eligibility: In English In Spanish

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