Maintenance Tech I - Bilingual Spanish

HHDC
700 W Forest Ave, West Chicago, IL
Full Time
$20 – $22 an hour

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to join our team at one of our apartment communities in West Chicago, IL.

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-kept property by caring for building exteriors, common areas, vacant apartments, sidewalks, and alleyways. This role also assists with routine maintenance tasks, unit turns, and emergency maintenance as needed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, customer service-oriented, and committed to providing quality service to residents while following all company safety policies and procedures.

Full-Time: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday - Friday (On-call)
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Description of Duties:

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician I performs routine maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep of apartment homes and community buildings throughout the housing portfolio. Duties include, but are not limited to:

Assist with unit turns and help prepare vacant apartments for new residents.
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally, respond to resident maintenance requests, and provide courteous, timely service.
Perform basic plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, and general maintenance tasks while maintaining a safe, clean, and well-kept property.
Assist with routine maintenance, cleaning, and basic repairs of heating, air conditioning, and other building systems. Report major issues to the Maintenance Supervisor as needed.
Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of common areas, building exteriors, sidewalks, parking areas, and grounds.
Respond to emergency maintenance calls during and outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as part of an on-call rotation or as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school education or equivalent 1+ years of full-time maintenance experience
Personable and trustworthy
Be professional and focused on providing excellent customer service
One (1) year of Heating and Air Conditioning experience is preferred.
Basic plumbing and electrical experience
Shows concern for a work safety program.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Vehicle, insurance and good driving record
Must have own tools.

Employee Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (if applicable)
Ongoing Training and Professional Development

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