Maintenance II

Evergreen Real Estate Services; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Real Estate Services is seeking a Maintenance II technician for Garden House of Maywood. You will perform advanced maintenance tasks across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC, support building systems, and ensure safety and cleanliness for residents and staff.

You will supervise junior staff, assist with work orders, and coordinate with vendors on capital projects, while maintaining thorough records and following OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Experience in maintenance tasks across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC preferred.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders for plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and appliances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues; suggest improvements.
• Ensure make-ready repairs are completed on schedule.
• Maintain accurate records for all completed work orders and inspections.
• Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance on building systems.
• Inspect mechanical systems like water heaters, boilers, and HVAC units.
• Identify safety concerns and report hazards.
• Coordinate with vendors for capital projects.
• Seasonal grounds tasks: snow removal, lawn care, and exterior upkeep.
• Mentor Maintenance I and Janitorial staff; assist with onboarding.

Education

High School

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Garden House of Maywood - Maywood, IL 60153

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Category: IL Leasing License NOT Required

Job Summary

The Maintenance II technician is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the community by performing advanced maintenance tasks and supporting the upkeep of building systems, units, and common areas. This role assists with troubleshooting complex maintenance issues, guides junior staff, and ensures that preventive maintenance and repair standards are upheld. The Maintenance II technician plays a key role in fostering a safe, functional, and clean-living environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

General Maintenance & Repairs

• Complete assigned work orders involving plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and appliance repairs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues; escal...
• Ensure make-ready repairs are completed on schedule and to standard.
• Provide feedback on recurring problems and suggest long-term solutions or procedural improvements.
• Maintain accurate records for all completed work orders and inspections.

Preventive & Deferred Maintenance

• Perform scheduled inspections and routine maintenance on mechanical systems and building equipment.
• Monitor conditions of water heaters, HVAC units, boilers, and exhaust fans.
• Identify and report potential safety or system issues before they occur.
• Participate in capital repair projects and assist with coordinating contracted vendors.

Grounds & Exterior Maintenance

• Perform seasonal exterior tasks such as snow removal, lawn care, leaf raking, salting, and trash removal.
• Maintain common areas, walkways, and property appearance.
• Identify and address exterior safety concerns, including lighting outages, broken stairs, or trip hazards.

Supervision & Collaboration

• Support and mentor Maintenance I and Janitorial staff under direction of the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Assign routine tasks and follow up on completion as requested.
• Assist with scheduling or onboarding of new maintenance team members.
• Provide performance input and support training as needed.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all OSHA regulations, Fair Housing guidelines, and company safety procedures.
• Identify hazardous materials or unsafe conditions (e.g., LBP, asbestos, mold) and report immediately.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in safe working condition.
• Promote a safety-first culture on the maintenance team.
• Use PPE consistently and appropriately.

Inventory & Tools

• Maintain tools, supplies, and equipment; report inventory needs.
• Assist in collecting bids and sourcing materials for repairs or contracted projects.