Lead/Supervisor

The Alden Network; Aurora, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alden Realty Services, inc. is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician III to service multiple locations in the Chicagoland area. The role reports to the Director of Property Management and Director of Maintenance.

Responsibilities include turning over apartment units and performing repairs across plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. You will handle preventative maintenance, complete work orders promptly, and maintain safety and organization on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of proven maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders, and operate work vans.
• Certifications in related trades preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Flexibility including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Turnover of apartment units: perform repairs, painting, replacements, etc.
• Assess and troubleshoot plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues; engage vendors when needed.
• Complete work orders from property manager in occupied units and common areas.
• Oversee or perform preventative maintenance for building systems.
• Maintain inventory records and document job information via a mobile app.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Driver's license

General maintenance

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Smartphone/Tablet

PO/contract system

Job description

TITLE: Maintenance Technician III

REPORTS TO: Director of Property Management & Director of Maintenance

ABOUT US: Alden Realty Services, inc. is a property management company for affordable independent
living communities throughout the Chicagoland area and is seeking a full-time Maintenance
Technician to service multiple locations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Turnover of Apartment Units:

• Complete necessary repairs, painting, replacements, etc. needed for each apartment technician is able to handle.

General:

• Expected to be able to assess and troubleshoot property needs pertaining to plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues and make repairs as they arise. Engage preferred vendors, utilizing PO/contract system, when necessary for larger scale/more intricate projects.
• Complete work order requests from property manager in both occupied apartments and communal areas, must be done within a timely manner.
• Oversee or perform preventative maintenance for all building systems.
• Conduct assessments and checklists to identify and address repair needs.
• Audit condition of buildings by completing surveys, taking photos and reporting results to corporate.
• Maintain a clean work environment as well as inventory records for equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate flexibility, motivation, and excellent customer service skills.
• Utilize a work order app to receive and document job information accurately.
• Maintain regular and effective communication with colleagues.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be respectful of all ARS employees and tenants within the communities.

Seasonal:

• Hazardous weather preparation for prevention

Landscaping:

• sprinkler head repairs, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5+ years of proven experience in maintenance.
• Ability to handle physical tasks including lifting heavy objects, climbing ladders, and operating work vans.
• Certifications Required.
• Skills: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.
• Licensing/Certification in these fields is highly preferred.
• Have a valid Driver's License, car, and a clean criminal and driving record.
• Flexibility in availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
• Successful completion of background check, drug screen, and MVR check.
• Proficiency in using smartphones and/or tablets.
• High School graduate.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Employee will need to conduct maintenance at various Alden Realty Services managed buildings throughout the Chicagoland area.