Facilities Maintenance Technician

Classic Cinemas is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician to support maintenance, repairs, construction, and remodeling projects across our theatre locations throughout Northern Illinois.

This position is ideal for someone with commercial maintenance or construction experience who can troubleshoot problems, complete repairs independently, and work effectively as part of a small maintenance team. Work varies from day to day and may include electrical, plumbing, carpentry, lighting, flooring, low-voltage wiring, preventative maintenance, and specialized theatre and concession equipment.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys solving problems, and is comfortable working in an active environment at multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform commercial building maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, lighting, carpentry, flooring, and general facility repairs
• Troubleshoot building systems and complete repairs with minimal supervision
• Support theatre construction, renovation, and remodeling projects
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair theatre and concession equipment, including speakers, screens, seating, beverage stations, popcorn equipment, refrigeration equipment, and related systems
• Install and troubleshoot low-voltage wiring and run new cable through ceilings, walls, attics, and existing building infrastructure
• Read and follow schematics, layouts, and technical instructions
• Perform preventative maintenance and assist with emergency repairs as needed
• Safely use hand and power tools, ladders, scaffolding, and lifts
• Work with supervisors, contractors, theatre managers, and other maintenance staff to complete projects safely and efficiently
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and a high standard of workmanship