Licensed Part-Time Plumber -North Chicago

HHDC•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) is seeking an experienced Licensed Plumber professional for its CHA portfolio in Chicago, IL. This position is responsible for performing plumbing repairs, installations, inspections, and preventive maintenance in occupied and make-ready residential units while ensuring systems remain safe, code-compliant, and fully operational. The plumber must be customer-service focused and expected to follow HHDC safety policies and Davis-Bacon labor standards while supporting emergency responses and property maintenance needs.

Requirements

Valid Illinois Plumbing License (required)
Experience performing residential or multi-unit building plumbing maintenance and repairs
Knowledge of Illinois plumbing code and safety compliance standards
Ability to troubleshoot water supply, drainage, and fixture systems independently
Provide own hand tools appropriate for licensed plumbing work
Valid driver’s license, vehicle, insurance, and safe driving record required
Ability to travel between multiple HHDC properties
Strong customer service and communication skills
Must comply with Davis-Bacon wage reporting requirements where applicable
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly; safely operate plumbing tools and equipment; and maintain reliable attendance including occasional evenings or weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in occupied affordable housing or public housing environments preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred depending on resident needs

Responsibilities

Diagnoses and repairs plumbing systems including leaks, clogged drains, piping, valves, fixtures, and water supply systems
Installs and replaces toilets, sinks, faucets, shutoff valves, water heaters, and related plumbing components
Performs preventive plumbing inspections in occupied and make-ready units
Responds to plumbing service requests and emergency calls as assigned
Ensures compliance with Illinois plumbing code and HUD/CHA property standards
Coordinates plumbing work with maintenance supervisors and property management teams
Documents completed work orders, materials used, and repair outcomes
Supports unit turnovers by completing required plumbing repairs prior to occupancy
Maintains safe handling and transport of plumbing tools and equipment
Assists on other HHDC properties as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Is familiar with water shutoffs, building risers, clean-outs, and safety response systems
Attends staff meetings as required
Assists with special maintenance-related property needs when necessary