Union - Helper A - Chicago, IL

Trinity Property Consultants•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Helper A is a union position responsible for interior and exterior preventative and repair maintenance at an apartment community. Duties cover general maintenance requests and work involving HVAC, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, appliances, and related building components. The role requires effective communication with residents, guests, and team members, and safe work practices that uphold safety and operational standards. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Compensation is $27.00 to $31.00 per hour, depending on experience. This is a full-time position and may require some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays, as well as on-call service and emergency calls as needed.

Requirements

At least one year of maintenance technician experience.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions accurately.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms, and hands; occasionally climb.
Vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work at a personal computer.
Ability to detect auditory and/or visual alarms.
Availability to work extended or flexible hours and weekends as needed.
Regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform community maintenance work, resident service requests, punch lists, building inspections, preventative maintenance, and cleaning.
Use hand and power tools and equipment safely.
Participate in apartment inspections for move-ins and move-outs.
Maintain an inventory of basic personal tools needed for tasks, including a hammer, screwdriver, adjustable wrench, tape measure, and flashlight.
Organize, maintain, and use provided supplies cost-effectively.
Respond to on-call service requests and emergency calls as needed.
Maintain an appearance appropriate to the company’s image.
Communicate community concerns to the Supervisor.
Complete additional tasks or duties assigned by community leadership.
Install, repair, or complete work on building heating, cooling, and ventilation systems; electrical components; plumbing fixtures; appliances; light carpentry and drywall; door and window hardware; screens and blinds; wall molding and caulking; countertops and cabinets; and vinyl and ceramic flooring.
Prepare for and clean up after weather events, including removing bulk trash.
Clean and inspect common-area mechanical and storage rooms as needed.
Assist with make-ready items as needed.
Maintain ongoing professional development and career growth through company continuing education programs.
Attend and actively participate in or plan company functions and events.