Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
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Description At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.
Key Responsibilities:
• Requires a thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with emphasis on electrical solving, including AC & DC circuits, high voltage (480), high amperage and some 400 cycle equipment
- Requires a thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with emphasis on electrical solving, including AC & DC circuits, high voltage (480), high amperage and some 400 cycle equipment
- Requires experience in industrial wiring and the ability to read and follow wiring schematics and work without supervision
- Journeyman electrical license a plus
- Requires the ability to make low and high voltage repairs to all building electrical equipment
- This includes solving, installation and repair of 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase electrical circuitry and devices
- You should also have some experience in related building equipment and trades, such as air handling units, plumbing and steam fitting, fire systems and conveyors
- Facilities Technicians must be able to work around the clock shifts, including weekends and holidays, in the outdoors in all weather conditions
- Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority
- Facilities Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
- Salary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contract
- New employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employment
- There is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table! What’s needed to succeed:
- Twenty Four months experience required in at least three of the following areas:
- Electrical (including 480 volt, 3 phase)
- Structural (including steel frame construction)
- HVAC (including building management systems)
- Mechanical (including conveyors)
- Plumbing
- PLC electronic/computer controls
• Must have completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Must have completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Ability to maintain and repair all building disciplines, heavy mechanical and welding
- Work may be indoors or outside or in elevated areas anywhere on airport
- Must be able to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods
- Moderate lifting
- Must possess sufficient tooling to perform required tasks
- Computer experience for input and retrieval of data
- Qualified candidates must be immediately available for full time employment
- Must possess a valid, clean, applicable state driver's license
• Electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting
The starting rate for this role is $34.52. This is also a bonus eligible position (i.e. profit sharing).
We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), pension and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement).
United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com
From United Airlines Holdings's careers page (Company careers page), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 29 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job
