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Maintenance Technician II

Advocate Health · Oak Lawn, IL

Posted Aug 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through a time you had to troubleshoot a piece of mechanical equipment, like a pump or a boiler, when you weren't sure right away what was wrong. How did you figure it out?

whether the candidate has a real diagnostic process versus just swapping parts until something works

Tell me about a time you responded to an emergency like a flood, a power outage, or a fire alarm in a building. What did you do first, and why?

judgment and prioritization under pressure in a hospital setting where patient safety comes first

Tell me about a time a nurse or another staff member was frustrated because a repair was taking longer than they expected. How did you handle that conversation?

communication skills and professionalism with non-maintenance staff in a hospital environment

Tell me about a repair job that didn't go the way you planned. What went wrong and what did you do about it?

honesty and problem-solving when things don't go smoothly, not just success stories

Technical

Have you worked with a CMMS system before? Tell me how you used it to document work and manage your task list.

real hands-on familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems versus just having heard the term

How do you read and use a blueprint or a maintenance manual when you're given a job you haven't done before?

ability to self-teach and work from documentation rather than needing constant hand-holding

What's your experience with building automation systems or HVAC controls? Can you give me an example of something you adjusted or fixed?

depth of experience with the specific building systems named in this posting

What do you know about inspecting fire doors, firewalls, and smoke partitions? Have you done that kind of inspection before?

familiarity with life-safety code compliance work specific to a hospital

What safety precautions do you take when you're working around electrical or mechanical hazards?

whether safety is a built-in habit versus something they'd only mention if asked

Situational

Say you're on a weekend shift and you get a call that a piped medical gas alarm is going off on a patient floor. What do you do, step by step?

knowledge of critical hospital infrastructure and whether they escalate appropriately instead of acting alone on something high-risk

You're in the middle of a preventive maintenance round and get pulled to an urgent request. How do you decide what to do and how do you keep track of the PM you didn't finish?

organizational skill and follow-through when priorities compete

This role covers everything from patient beds and wheelchairs to kitchen equipment to grounds work and snow removal. How do you feel about that range, and where are you strongest?

self-awareness about skill gaps and willingness to do the full scope of the job, not just the parts they prefer

This position works second shift on weekdays and 7 to 7 on weekends. How does that schedule work for you, and have you worked shifts like that before?

realistic fit with the schedule and honesty about lifestyle constraints before they accept an offer

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 11917 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Facilities Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: (2) 8-hour weekday 2nd shift, and 7am-7pm on weekends Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85 It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling! Position: Maintenance Technician II Location: Christ Medical Center; Oak Lawn, IL. Full Time; 1st/2nd Shift ~(2) 8-hour weekday 2nd shifts, and 7am-7pm on weekends Major Responsibilities: • Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents through use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).   • Proficient level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, etc. within defined parameters and with a moderate level of guidance/assistance.   • Proficient level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair patient care equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables, etc. where not maintained by other departments  • Proficient level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical systems such as pneumatic tube, HVAC, refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, commercial kitchen equipment, electrical, plumbing, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems etc. within defined parameters and with a moderate level of guidance/assistance.  • Performs other routine to moderately complex general maintenance functions in the area’s grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.  • Respond and make repairs associated with emergencies such as leaks, floods, water outages, fires, power outages, equipment failures, etc. as directed or within defined emergency response plans.   • Respond to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner. Performs zone maintenance rounding. Keeps requesters apprised of the status of corrective actions and service requests.   • Conducts preventive maintenance and performs equipment safety checks.  • Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, firewalls and smoke partitions.  • Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.  Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Driver's license required. Education Required: • High school diploma or GED equivalent   Experience Required: • 2 -4 Years of Experience in equipment maintenance   Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Basic computer skills such as CMMS, building automation system, Microsoft Office.  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.  Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.  • Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.  • Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.  • Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.  • Position requires travel.  May be exposed to road/weather hazards.  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.    This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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