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Assistant Facility Engineer Full Time

Deerfield Park District

Job Location:

Deerfield, WI - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 26

Posted: 5 September 2026 (9 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 3 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Assistant Facility Engineer Full Time Jewett Park Community Center (JPCC)

Who we are

The Deerfield Park District was formed in 1951 with a mission to provide outstanding parks services facilities and recreation programs that enrich lives promote healthy living and provide memorable experiences. The Park District has over 25 parks and facilities including the Deerfield Golf Club Sachs Recreation Center Patty Turner Center Jewett Park Community Center Mitchell Pool and Deerspring Pool. The Park District employs an average of 300 staff with over 500 seasonally. The district maintains a modern well-designed environment and is an IAPD/IPRA Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency and a two-time National Gold Medal Finalist in 2021 and 2022. For additional information visit us .

What is the Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for a versatile capable person of many skills who takes pride in keeping a facility running well. Reporting to the JPCC Facility Operations Manager the Assistant Facility Engineer supports the safe clean and efficient operation of the Jewett Park Community Center through maintenance and custodial work and with support from the Parks Department serves as building supervisor after normal business hours. If you are looking for a lasting role in a great location a welcoming community and a nationally recognized park district that offers excellent benefits we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Perform custodial and housekeeping work throughout the facility including restroom cleaning sanitation and restocking of restroom supplies and respond to spills leaks and emergencies.
With assistance from the Parks Department monitor and maintain HVAC plumbing electrical and mechanical systems and operate related system hardware and controls.
Perform general carpentry painting plumbing electrical and mechanical repairs within the scope of the position and applicable safety requirements.
Set up rooms and building spaces per the daily facility calendar for a variety of programs and events.
Serve as building supervisor after normal business hours responding to facility issues and securing and locking the JPCC each evening.
Assist with snow and ice removal as needed and adjust work schedules to meet facility needs.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) with 3 years of experience in the mechanical and maintenance trades; training certification or licensing in a skilled trade (electrical plumbing HVAC carpentry) preferred.
Intermediate computer skills and willingness to learn new systems; able to prioritize multitask and work with minimal supervision.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills representing the Park District professionally with people of all ages.
Physically able to regularly lift 20 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs. and to stand walk climb balance stoop kneel and crouch; fluent in English; must be at least 18 years of age.

Scheduling pay and benefits

Full Time Nonexempt Position. Pay Range: $24 to $26 per hour depending on qualifications (DOQ).
Hours:1:00pm-9:30pm will vary based on facility scheduleincluding securing and locking the facility each evening; some weekend hours may be required.
Excellent benefit package including Pension paid days off (vacation sick holiday) medical dental and life insurance free fitness center and pool passes and free or subsidized Park District activities for employees and family plus more.

A full job description will be provided during the interview process.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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