Lead Multi-Trade Maintenance Technician

The Community Builders Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Employer contributions to Health SAV

Company paid Life & Disability Ins

403(b) retirement plan with company 6

Commuter/parking, medical & dependent

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Community Builders Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Service Technician III to handle appliance repairs, carpentry, electrical and HVAC tasks with strong customer service.

This lead tech role requires five days in office and independent work across interior, exterior and grounds to maintain the property. You will diagnose, repair and maintain building systems, coordinate with the Service Manager and support junior technicians.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; trade school or 5 years progressive responsibility in property management or hospitality.
• Minimum of 5 years of advanced hands-on repair experience in three or more building trades.
• REAC/HQS experience preferred.
• Industry-Trade certifications/Degrees (NAHMS, CAMT, OSHA, HVAC, ETC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair appliances, carpentry, hardware, masonry, painting, electrical and plumbing.
• Respond promptly to service requests and on-call emergencies.
• Monitor vendor preventive maintenance for building systems and equipment.
• Prepare repairs for vacant apartments to be move-in ready.
• Maintain grounds and common spaces; manage trash and landscaping.
• Prepare for REAC/HQS inspections and audits.
• Maintain maintenance shop and inventory with a safety mindset.
• Be available for weekend work and on-call duties.
• Provide guidance to Maintenance Tech I and II and assist with contractor/vendor management.

Skills

English communication

Customer service

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Building trades knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school or equivalent courses

Industry certifications (HVAC, OSHA) preferred

Tools

Hand tools

PPE equipment

Job description

The Community Builders Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Service Technician III to handle appliance repairs, carpentry, electrical and HVAC tasks with strong customer service.

This lead tech role requires five days in office and independent work across interior, exterior and grounds to maintain the property. You will diagnose, repair and maintain building systems, coordinate with the Service Manager and support junior technicians.