Union - Helper A

Red Tail Acquisitions•Oak Park, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Helper A trainee, you will perform interior and exterior preventative and repair maintenance in our apartment community. This includes general maintenance requests, HVAC, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and appliances. You will be required to communicate effectively with residents, guests, and team members while operating in a safe manner to uphold safety and operations standards.

Requirements

Minimum one year of maintenance technician experience required
Accurately perform basic mathematical functions

Nice To Haves

Multifamily experience preferred
Beginner experience in two or more trades: electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, painting, preferred
Working knowledge of appliances preferred
High school education or equivalent is preferred
EPA Universal Certification preferred
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification preferred
Basic computer and internet knowledge preferred
Ability to use on-site resident management software preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct all community maintenance work, resident service requests, punch lists, building inspections, preventative maintenance, and cleaning
Demonstrate safe use of hand and power tools and equipment
Participate in apartment inspections for move-ins and move-outs
Maintain inventory of basic personal tools to complete task requirements including but not limited to a hammer, screwdriver, adjustable wrench, tape measure, and flashlight
Organize, maintain, and utilize provided supplies in a cost-effective manner
Perform on-call service requests and emergency calls as needed
Present an appearance appropriate to the image of the company
Communicate concerns of the community with Supervisor
Complete additional tasks or duties assigned by community leadership
Install, repair, and/or complete building systems including heating, cooling, and ventilation
Install, repair, and/or complete electrical such as GFIs, fixtures, circuits, receptacles, breakers, switches, and fuses
Install, repair, and/or complete plumbing such as toilets, sinks, and disposals
Install, repair, and/or complete appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, washers, and dryers
Perform light carpentry and drywall work
Repair door and window hardware
Repair window screens and blinds
Perform wall molding and caulking
Repair counter tops and cabinets
Install vinyl and ceramic flooring covering
Perform weather preparation and clean up including removing bulk trash
Clean and inspect common area mechanical and storage rooms as needed
Provide assistance with Make Ready items as needed