Full-Time

Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Posted on 5/9/2026

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

1,001-5,000 employees

Integrated water solutions and fixtures provider

No salary listed

Downers Grove, IL, USA + 1 more

More locations: Milwaukee, WI, USA

In Person

Travel periodically to other Zurn Elkay locations to support facility-related initiatives and projects.

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (2)
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Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or related field preferred
  • Equivalent hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a skilled trade environment will also be considered
  • Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or commercial facility operations
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pneumatic, or industrial systems
  • Experience with preventative maintenance programs and CMMS systems
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic CAD software
  • Ability to write and maintain preventative maintenance procedures and documentation
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Responsibilities
  • Support day-to-day maintenance and facility operations across owned and leased locations
  • Assist with maintenance and repair of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, compressed air, boiler, and other facility systems
  • Perform and coordinate troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities to minimize downtime and improve reliability
  • Support facility cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness
  • Partner with Operations, EHS, and Production teams to resolve maintenance and facility-related issues
  • Develop, improve, and maintain preventative maintenance procedures and schedules using CMMS systems
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and asset documentation
  • Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize maintenance practices
  • Recommend and implement facility and equipment improvements
  • Support facility improvement, renovation, and capital project activities
  • Assist with project scoping, budgeting, bid review, and contractor coordination
  • Manage outside vendors and service providers supporting maintenance and facility operations
  • Travel periodically to other Zurn Elkay locations to support facility-related initiatives and projects
  • Utilize CAD software to maintain facility, warehouse, and racking layouts
  • Support management of facility infrastructure changes, including racking layouts and weight restrictions
  • Assist with space planning and facility modifications as needed
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS)
  • Experience integrating technology into facility operations
  • Experience supporting facility layouts, racking systems, or infrastructure planning
  • Journeyman license or relevant trade certifications a plus
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

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Zurn Elkay Water Solutions provides a broad range of water management products for commercial, institutional, and residential markets, including filtered bottle filling stations, drinking fountains, sinks, faucets, valves, drainage, and restroom fixtures. Its approach uses a razor-and-blade model, where installing filtered water stations enables ongoing, high-margin revenue from filter replacements. The company combines Zurn’s plumbing expertise with Elkay’s stainless-steel sinks, fixtures, and water coolers to serve education, healthcare, government, hospitality, and residential construction, primarily in the United States with some international locations. Its goal is to deliver safe, efficient water systems and maintenance programs that promote water hygiene and conservation while building recurring revenue streams.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Founded

1900

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What believers are saying

  • Institutional segment grew 15% in Q1 2026 from federal school hydration grants.
  • Bottled water prices surged 8.7%, making filtered stations more cost-competitive.
  • Touchless faucet demand increased 22% year-over-year through March 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Epicor ERP breach February 2026 exposed proprietary filter formulas to competitors.
  • Bradley Corporation's antimicrobial coatings erode restroom market share within 12-18 months.
  • California AB-2847 mandates zero-PFAS fixtures by 2028, requiring $150M retrofit costs.

What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions unique

  • 18.4% free cash flow margin outperforms peers F5 and Sonos significantly.
  • Razor-and-blade model generates recurring high-margin filter replacement revenue streams.
  • PFAS filtration technology certified for EPA's April 2026 4ppt standards.

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Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

STD

LTD

AD&D

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Matching Gift Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

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6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
Business Wire
Feb 26th, 2026
Zurn Elkay prevents 20B plastic bottles from landfills, expands PFAS filtration in 2025 report

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress in environmental stewardship and water filtration technology. The company's products delivered 2.4 billion gallons of filtered drinking water and prevented approximately 20 billion plastic bottles from entering landfills and waterways. The Milwaukee-based firm expanded its water filtration coverage to address PFAS contamination and launched new products including filters certified to reduce Total PFAS and the Elkay Pro Filtration line. Two production facilities achieved zero-waste-to-landfill validation. Zurn Elkay set a new target to reduce water withdrawal intensity by 3% by 2030 and partnered with TerraCycle to introduce a recycling programme for used filters. The company also expanded its residential filtration offerings with the Liv EZ product line.

Surperformance
Feb 21st, 2026
Zurn Elkay subsidiaries boost revolving credit facility to $550M with JPMorgan as successor agent

ZBS Global, Zurn Holdings, Zurn LLC and EMC Water LLC, subsidiaries of Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, have entered into Amendment No. 3 to their First Lien Credit Agreement, increasing their revolving credit facility from $200 million to $550 million. JPMorgan Chase Bank replaced UBS AG as administrative and collateral agent. The amendment refinances existing revolving facility amounts and modifies certain ratios and definitions applicable to capacity increases and borrowing abilities. Interest rate margins and commitment fees will now be based on the borrowers' net first lien leverage ratio. The new facility matures on 19 February 2031. Following the effective date of 19 February 2026, the company has $540.1 million of additional borrowing capacity and $9.9 million of outstanding letters of credit.

StreetInsider
Feb 20th, 2026
Zurn Water Solutions expands credit facility to $550M with JPMorgan as new agent

Zurn Water Solutions has expanded its revolving credit facility to $550 million from $200 million through an amendment to its existing credit agreement. The company's subsidiaries entered into the amendment on 19 February 2026, with JPMorgan Chase Bank replacing UBS AG as administrative and collateral agent. The amendment refinanced existing revolving facility amounts and modified financial ratios and definitions related to capacity increases and borrowing abilities. Interest rate margins and commitment fees were revised based on the borrowers' net first lien leverage ratio. The new revolving credit facility matures on 19 February 2031. Following the amendment, Zurn Water Solutions has $540.1 million of additional borrowing capacity and $9.9 million of outstanding letters of credit.

Stock Analysis
Feb 6th, 2026
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions (ZWS) Company Profile & Description

Company profile for Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (ZWS) stock, with a description, list of executives, contact details and other key facts.

Yahoo Finance
Feb 4th, 2026
Zurn Elkay beats Q4 expectations with $407M revenue as margin expansion and supply chain wins offset residential weakness

Zurn Elkay, a water management solutions company, reported fourth quarter revenue of $407.2 million, up 9.8% year-on-year and beating analyst estimates of $401.5 million. Adjusted earnings per share of $0.36 exceeded expectations by 5.9%. The company's performance was driven by strong organic sales growth of 10% and margin expansion, supported by supply chain optimisation and disciplined pricing. CEO Todd Adams credited productivity initiatives under the Zurn Elkay Business System, whilst CFO David Pauli highlighted successful execution of tariff-related pricing actions. Management noted particular strength in institutional markets, which offset weakness in residential segments. The company launched its Pro Filtration system for drinking water stations, addressing maintenance needs and sustainability goals. Looking forward, Zurn Elkay plans to expand into adjacent verticals and continue product development investments.