Maintenance Technician - Miriam Apartments

Mercy Housing • Chicago, IL

10h • $22 - $26

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician at Miriam Apartments completes preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and apartment turnovers. The role supports the maintenance team in maintaining cleanliness, providing customer service, and ensuring a hazard-free environment. Approximately 70% of the work involves janitorial duties and 30% involves apartment maintenance. On-call availability is required. Pay is $22–$26 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of basic building maintenance through training or experience.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle, with a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Take direction from the supervisor.
• Read and write, do basic math, and follow instructions.
• Adapt to changes in work plans.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance.
• Availability for on-call work.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of skilled maintenance work.
• Technical training in one or more building trades.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders in a timely and accurate manner and clean up after work is complete.
• Perform property repairs, including painting, basic carpentry or wall repair, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Clean apartments during the turnover process as directed.
• Complete preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and apartment turnovers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Early close Fridays, with three paid hours each Friday.
• Early close prior to a holiday, with three paid hours.
• Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's Holiday.
• Several healthcare plans to choose from.
• Dental coverage, including adult and child orthodontia.
• Vision coverage.
• 15 days of earned PTO in the first year.
• 12 company holidays and two floating holidays.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Paid parental leave and caregiver leave.
• Paid life insurance.
• Free Employee Assistance Plan.
• Free basic dental.
• Pet insurance options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED