Maintenance Technician

About Us:

We manage a premier, mid-sized multifamily community in DuPage County. Because our asset is backed by HUD Multifamily Loan Insurance, we maintain our property to the highest federal, state, and local standards. We are seeking a highly organized, technical Lead Maintenance Tech who takes pride in property preservation and excels at regulatory compliance.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Tech will ensure the optimal operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across our facilities. Your expertise will help maintain a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment by performing routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and repairing a variety of equipment.

Responsibilities

• HUD REAC Readiness: Lead the ongoing physical preparation, preventative maintenance scheduled, and pre-inspections to ensure a top tier score on all HUD REAC inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, HVAC units, light plumbing, refrigeration equipment, and kitchen appliances to ensure continuous operation.
• Make- Ready Turns: Efficiently manage unit turnover schedules to minimize vacancy days while keeping quality high
• On-Call Rotation: Partiicpate in a rotating emergency on-call schedule serving our DuPage County asset. Must respond to emergencies within a 30 minute window.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and installations for HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen, and mechanical systems while maintaining service records and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in multifamily residential properties required.
• Demonstrated expertise in HUD REAC and NSPIRE standards, including preparing properties for physical inspections and achieving successful inspection outcomes.
• Proven experience identifying and correcting REAC/NSPIRE deficiencies, coordinating inspection readiness, and maintaining compliance with HUD requirements.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance.
• Ability to interpret inspection reports, prioritize repairs, and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• REAC: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Du Page County, IL (Required)

Work Location: In person