Top 18 Maintenance helper Jobs in Des Plaines Il

Mechanic Helper
Citgo Petroleum Corporation —Cicero, IL
- $37.75 - $45.52 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mechanic experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Janitor Helper C
Related —Chicago, IL
- $22.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Apartments
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Helper A (Union) - Logan Square
HHDC —Chicago, IL
- $26.71 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
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Maintenance Class A/ Helper A
James Kilmer Condominium Association —Chicago, IL
- From $27.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Helper C
Fernwood Property Management —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Basic math
- Sanitation
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Janitor Helper A (SEIU)
Draper and Kramer Inc —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- Residential
- Entry level
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3d
Helper A / Maintenance Technician
ABM Industries —Chicago, IL
- $26.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Overnight Helper C
ABM Industries —Chicago, IL
- $22 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Computer literacy
- Apartments
- Computer skills
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11d
Helper A
ABM Industries —Chicago, IL
- $27.23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
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Millwright Helper
Brown & Root —Chicago, IL
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
- Power tools
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Condo Building Maintenance Technician – Helper C / Helper C Trainee (Edgewater)
The Building Group —Chicago, IL
- $20.54 - $22.82 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Sanitation
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Helper C Local 1 (Fannie Emanuel Apartments)
WinnCompanies —Chicago, IL
- $22.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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4d
Maintenance Helper A - Local 1 (Temp to Permanent Position)
Reside Living —Chicago, IL
- Overtime
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sanitation
- Residential
- Loan repayment program
- Cell phone reimbursement
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Part-Time Evening Custodian/Summer Helper
Lake Park Community High School District 108 —Roselle, IL
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- Maintenance
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HVAC Helper
Climate Champions —Wheaton, IL
- $15 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Residential
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid time off
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10d
Custodial Temp Helpers
West Chicago Elementary School District 33 —West Chicago, IL
- $17.16 an hour
- Temporary
- Public school
- Elementary school
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule

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Mechanic Helper

Citgo Petroleum Corporation -
Cicero, IL

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Job Details

$37.75 - $45.52 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Caregiver leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
On-site gym
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Pension plan
On-the-job training
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Gym membership
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Interpreting technical drawings
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Job Posting Date: Jun 25, 2026

Location:
Cicero, IL, US, 60650

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Job Function: Maintenance

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

This position is based onsite at CITGO Lubricants in Cicero, Illinois within the Maintenance Department. The Mechanic’s Helper supports Mechanics while receiving hands-on, on-the-job training with facility familiarization and safety practices. Upon successful completion of required training and qualifications over a two-year period, the Mechanic’s Helper progresses to the Mechanic classification. This position is designed as a Mechanic Helper role; however, we are seeking candidates with prior experience to provide support while developing into the Mechanic classification.

Mechanics are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and replacing manufacturing, packaging, and loading equipment—including pumps, valves, and meters—to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency. They also perform building and infrastructure repairs and maintain facility grounds.

The role requires the use of various tools and technical skills, including welding and electrical work with responsibility for operating and maintaining the water treatment plant. All work must be performed in a safe, environmentally responsible manner and in compliance with all CITGO policies and applicable regulatory standards.

Starting Rate: $37.75 per hour
Progression: After successfully completing required training and qualifications over a two-year period, employees are promoted to Mechanic with a rate of $45.52 per hour.

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Application deadline is Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Drug-Free Workplace:
CITGO maintains a drug-free workplace and requires employees to be fit for duty. As a federally regulated, safety-sensitive environment, Company standards may be more restrictive than state or local laws. Pre-employment and ongoing drug testing is required, the presence of drugs or alcohol is prohibited. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal of an employment offer or disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma with 5–7 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting, OR a Technical Degree with at least 2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Must be available to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, as required.
Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in enclosed spaces (e.g., tanks, vessels).
Ability to read, interpret, and follow directions, diagrams, and blueprints.
Must successfully complete background screening and medical examinations.
Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) through the TWIC® | Transportation Security Administration.
Job Duties
Assist Mechanics with the repair and maintenance of pumps, meters, transfer lines, and packaging equipment to minimize downtime and support efficient operations.
Support electrical troubleshooting and repairs on plant equipment as needed.
Operate and monitor the water treatment plant in accordance with established procedures.
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on plant equipment to ensure reliability and reduce unplanned outages.
Maintain facility buildings and grounds to support a safe and well-functioning work environment.
Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Here are the incentives we offer:

Remote Work options available for eligible positions
Options are department and/or location specific
9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
Paid Vacation Time
Company-Paid Holidays
Caregiver Leave
Excellent 401(k) Match
Pension Plan
Performance Incentive
Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
Healthy Rewards Program
Service Awards Program
Educational Assistance Plan
Dependent Children Scholarships
Reimbursement for Gym Membership
Employee Discount Programs
On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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