Maintenance Technician

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement

Job Summary

Property Management firm specializing in the operation of senior housing seeks individual to assume the role of the Maintenance Technician at one of a 55-unit property located in Oak Forest, IL. Position requires considerable interaction with residents and service contractors. Must be available to work on call for after-hours emergencies. 20-25 hours a week. Specific hours flexible.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine inspections of building systems, common areas, and vacant units.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, and structural issues.

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repairs from residents.

• Replace filters, light bulbs, locks, and other building components as needed.

• Patch walls, paint surfaces, repair flooring, door hardware, and trim work.

• Other duties as assigned.

Janitorial & Building Cleanliness Duties

• Maintain cleanliness of common areas, including hallways, stairwells, lobbies, laundry rooms, offices, and community spaces.

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitize floors and surfaces as required.

• Clean and disinfect restrooms, kitchens, and shared facilities.

• Remove trash and recycling from common areas and maintain dumpster enclosures.

• Clean windows, doors, baseboards, handrails, and fixtures in shared spaces.

• Monitor and restock janitorial supplies such as paper products, soap, and cleaning materials.

• Address spills, hazards, and unsanitary conditions immediately to ensure safety.

• Prepare buildings for inspections, tours, and move-ins by ensuring a clean appearance.

Preventive Maintenance

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce equipment breakdowns.

• Test, service, and maintain HVAC systems, boilers, water heaters, and other major equipment.

• Inspect fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and emergency lighting.

• Ensure roofs, gutters, drains, and exterior areas remain in proper working conditions.

Building & Grounds Upkeep / Exterior Maintenance

• Maintain exterior cleanliness, including walkways, parking areas, entryways, and outdoor common spaces.

• Perform seasonal duties such as snow removal, ice control, and seasonal preparation, salting walkways preparation.

• Ensure proper trash & recycling management and upkeep of dumpster areas.

• Maintain amenities to ensure all areas are clean and free of debris such as fitness center, laundry room, common areas, community room kitchen, and library.

• Ensure outdoor trash areas are clean and orderly.

Inventory & Equipment

• Monitor and maintain tool and equipment inventory.

• Order and stock replacement parts and supplies.

• Ensure proper use and storage of tools/equipment.

• Maintain safety equipment and PPE for all maintenance activities.

Safety & Code Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local building codes, health standards, and safety regulations.

• Adhere to OSHA guidelines and property-specific safety policies.

• Demonstrate safe work practices to reduce risk of accidents.

• Participate in safety training and emergency preparedness.

Special Projects & Renovations

• Perform unit turnover cleanings and preparations.

• Perform remodels, upgrades, and renovation work under supervision.

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors when required.

• Paint, refinish, or upgrade common areas and community facilities.

• Participate in pre-planned property improvements.

Core Skills and Attributes Expected

✔ Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting
✔ Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC knowledge
✔ Good communication & customer service
✔ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
✔ Strong organizational and time-management skills
✔ Professionalism and respect for residents’ spaces

✔ Flexibility & reliability – being on call for emergencies and adapting to changing daily routines is essential

✔ Physical stamina for manual labor – the ability to lift, move and carry materials over 50 pounds, along with bending, kneeling and climbing.

✔ Patience & empathy when interacting with residents. Residents should feel safe when entering their home to address work orders.

Qualifications

• • Five (5) years related work experience in property rehab, general building/property cleaning and equipment maintenance/repair.
• • Must have working experience with painting, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems and working knowledge of materials and equipment used in building maintenance.
• • Knowledge of boilers, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical systems, and electrical repair.

Job Type: Part-time

• • Maintenance: 5 years (Required) License/Certification:
• • Driver's License (Required)
• Work Location: In person