Apartment Custodian / Mid-Level Maintenance

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Batavia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand flexible paydays

Competitive salary

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off (up to 26 days)

11 paid holidays

Sick time

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible hours

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance, janitorial duties, and repairs for buildings and grounds. This full-time position requires basic trade skills, a clean driving record, and ability to work on-call as needed.

The role offers an hourly wage of $19–$21, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement. A valid IL driver's license and reliable transportation are required, with paid time off and holidays included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade or technical school training preferred.
• Three to five years maintenance experience preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, janitorial duties, and repair of buildings and grounds.
• Report needs for major repairs.
• Follow standards regarding safety, licensing, regulatory and agency requirements.
• Implement and manage preventive maintenance program.
• Assist in resident apartment or room turnover preparations.
• Perform on-call service, as scheduled, and respond promptly to emergencies.

Skills

Organization skills

Computer/Tablet skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade or technical school training

Job description

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others,as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $19-21/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine maintenance, janitorial duties, and repair of buildings and grounds.
• Report needs for major repairs.
• Follow standards regarding safety, licensing, regulatory and agency requirements.
• Implement and manage preventive maintenance program.
• Assist in resident apartment or room turnover preparations.
• Perform on-call service, as scheduled, and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Mileage reimbursement available and driving time is part of hours worked when on call.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner
• Document work orders and complete other reporting functions in compliance with LSSI and/or funding source requirements.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade or technical school training preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic electrical, plumbing, ground maintenance and snow removal experience preferred
• HUD, OSHA, REAC, and ECT or related training preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, verbally and written.
• Good organization and computer/tablet skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) along with other related software.
• Background check clearance required.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency REQUIRED.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury, and property damage required.