Maintenance Tech II
About The Position
The Maintenance Tech II maintains the physical integrity of the property and helps provide a safe, secure living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This hands-on role executes daily maintenance operations, unit turnovers, and rapid responses to property emergencies. It also represents the organization’s mission by providing reliable service, maintaining safe environmental conditions, and supporting resident satisfaction. The position is based at Villagebrook Apartments and Autumn Ridge Apartments in Carole Stream, Illinois, with time split evenly between the two properties. Operating hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The role typically requires on-call availability for maintenance and property emergencies according to a scheduling roster, including evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of full-time maintenance experience or experience in a related field.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
- Working knowledge of residential multifamily maintenance functions and HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, drywall, painting, and general carpentry.
- Experience with hand tools and power tools.
- Thorough understanding of water and gas cutoffs, fixture cutoffs, and sewer cleanouts.
- Strong customer service skills and experience interacting directly with residents.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies.
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of full-time maintenance experience or experience in a related field.
- Trade certification or technical training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or a related field.
- EPA Section 608 Certification.
- Experience with affordable housing, senior housing, or supportive housing communities.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management or work order systems.
Responsibilities
- Complete property work orders safely and promptly according to company protocols.
- Trash out vacant units within 48 hours, prepare units for occupancy, and maintain make-ready status.
- Service residential appliances, plumbing fixtures, and electrical fixtures.
- Re-key apartments and assist with move-in and move-out inspections.
- Conduct daily building walk-downs to monitor property condition.
- Maintain grounds and building interiors and exteriors in a decent, safe, and sanitary condition; maintain curb appeal and assist with custodial and general grounds work as needed.
- Perform internal and external maintenance to support resident comfort and security.
- Promote safety, identify and immediately report unsafe conditions, store chemicals properly, and keep Maintenance Data Sheets accessible.
- Follow protective-equipment guidelines and conduct work in accordance with OSHA and ADA laws.
- Participate in the standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
- Maintain an inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies and advise leadership of needed items.
- Keep an accurate daily record using the timekeeping system.
- Assist site leadership with interviewing potential maintenance team members.
- Attend company meetings when requested, follow management directives, and complete required compliance training on time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
