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Maintenance Technician - Mt Vernon IL

Circle K · IL · Remote available · Full time

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

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About your past

Tell me about the toughest repair you've handled in a maintenance or construction job.

What they are checking: Whether they have real problem-solving depth and can explain how they reached the fix.

How do you communicate with the next tech or store manager about an issue that isn't fully fixed?

What they are checking: Whether they keep continuity through clear notes, as the posting asks.

Tell me about a time you had to test new equipment or learn a new system on the job.

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

How do you keep improving your skills as a maintenance tech?

What they are checking: Whether they actively build knowledge through training and learning, as the posting encourages.

What would you do

This role covers stores from Mt. Vernon to Carbondale. How do you organize your days when calls come from both ends of the territory?

What they are checking: Whether they can plan routes and priorities so stores are not left waiting unnecessarily.

How do you keep a store safe and clean while you're working on equipment during business hours?

What they are checking: Whether they protect customers and staff by blocking off work areas and cleaning up after.

About the work

A fountain drink machine stops dispensing at one store. How would you troubleshoot it?

What they are checking: Whether they work through likely causes like CO2, syrup, water supply and valves in order.

What preventive maintenance would you do on store equipment each visit?

What they are checking: Whether they think ahead about filters, coils, seals and other common wear points.

How do you decide whether a repair is worth doing or if the equipment should be replaced?

What they are checking: Whether they consider cost, age and reliability, which ties to the financial targets mentioned.

What safety habits do you follow with power tools and electrical work?

What they are checking: Whether they consistently follow safe practices on physical, hands-on 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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