General Handyman

SIGNATURE PROPERTY GROUP INC; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Thoreau is seeking a skilled General Handyman to perform maintenance, repair, and construction tasks for commercial and residential clients. The role emphasizes plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work, with independent job completion and strong customer service.

You will troubleshoot issues, communicate clearly with clients, and collaborate with supervisors and team members to deliver quality workmanship on schedule. Travel and on-call work are required.

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple trades with emphasis on plumbing, HVAC and electrical work.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities required.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Construction or related trade experience preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field service, maintenance, and repair tasks for commercial and residential clients.
• Troubleshoot and resolve plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general building issues.
• Complete assigned jobs with minimal supervision and on schedule.
• Provide professional, courteous service and communicate project status to clients.
• Travel to job sites and participate in on-call coverage as needed.

Skills

Multi-trade experience

Plumbing

HVAC

Electrical work

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication

English fluency

Driver's license

Job description

About Thoreau:At Thoreau, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality facility maintenance and repair services for our clients. Our team is committed to professionalism, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Join us and become part of a company that values skilled tradespeople and the important role they play in supporting our clients and communities.Position Overview:We are seeking a skilled and dependable General Handyman to perform a variety of maintenance, repair, and construction-related tasks for both commercial and residential clients. This position requires experience across multiple trades, with a strong emphasis on plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.The Handyman serves as a direct representative of Thoreau in the field, providing quality workmanship while delivering a positive customer experience. This role works closely with supervisors and team members to ensure projects and service requests are completed efficiently and professionally.Key ResponsibilitiesField Service & RepairsPerform a wide variety of maintenance, repair, and installation services for commercial and residential clients.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general building maintenance.Complete assigned jobs independently with minimal supervision.Maintain quality workmanship while meeting project timelines and client expectations.Customer ServiceProvide professional and courteous service during all client interactions.Communicate clearly with clients regarding repairs, recommendations, and project status.Represent the company in a positive and professional manner within the community.Build client confidence through reliability, responsiveness, and follow-through.Team CollaborationWork closely with supervisors to prioritize and organize daily assignments.Communicate effectively with technicians, vendors, and corporate clients.Assist team members as needed to support service delivery and project completion.Perform additional duties as assigned to support business operations.Other ResponsibilitiesParticipate in on-call coverage and after-hours work as needed.Travel to job sites as required.Maintain attendance and punctuality in accordance with company standards.Follow all company safety policies and procedures.What We OfferCompetitive salaryFull Med/Dent/Vis/Life Insurance Packages, 401k matchPaid time off + Paid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementGrowth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organizationExperience in multiple trades, with strong knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Excellent customer service and communication abilities.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.Valid driver's license required.Construction or related trade experience preferred.Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.