Maintenance Technician - Chicago Parking Meters

Maintenance Technician – Chicago Parking Meters – Chicago, IL – Compensation $18.40/hour

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday – 3:00pm to 11:00pm / 2nd Shift – 40 hrs per week

Classification: Full‑Time

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Compensation Package: Hourly Pay $16.85 + $1.55 Incentive = $18.40 per hour

Union: Teamsters Local 727

Benefits: H&W, Pension, L&E, Vacation, Sick/Personal, Holiday Pay as applicable per the Meters CBA.

The Maintenance Technician maintains on‑street parking equipment to ensure it is in good working order.

• Drive fleet vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Check and repair when necessary all parking meters and pay stations, daily.
• Perform standard equipment checks including proper operations, paper supply, time accuracy, and overall appearance.
• Verify maintenance schedule for daily projects to be completed.
• Keep an accurate inventory of parts and equipment.
• Note and report any safety condition relating to equipment or place of employment.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment, shop organization, and other related tasks.
• Walk assigned route daily noting and correcting any maintenance problems.
• Paint meter poles, curbs, and equipment as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 2+ years in a maintenance or technical role.
• Experience in general labor and/or assembly.
• Experience on‑street or route preferred but not required.
• Parking industry experience preferred but not required.

• General knowledge of local city or area.
• General computer knowledge and ability with hand‑held devices.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to handle challenging and emotionally charged situations.
• Professional communication skills.
• English language proficiency.
• Open to feedback and differing opinions.
• Sense of urgency and timeliness.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Team‑building and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of operating various motor vehicles.
• Unrestricted Illinois driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, and run for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, squat, and lift continuously during a shift.
• Operate machinery and vehicles.

All candidates must submit to a background check and pre‑employment drug screen.

LAZ Parking is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are firmly committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetics, Vietnam era, special disabled, recently separated veterans, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. No question in our application process may be used to limit or exclude any applicant’s consideration.

LAZ Parking participates in E‑Verify.