Maintenance Supervisor

Flats LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

FLATS LLC in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our 202-unit apartment community. You will perform preventive and reactive maintenance, respond to resident requests, and uphold safety and quality standards across common areas and vacant units.

The role requires hands-on experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and appliance repair, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a willingness to be on-call after hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in apartment or building maintenance, or a related trade.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and appliance repair.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and self‑motivated.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, etc.).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned maintenance work orders promptly and effectively.
• Perform maintenance tasks in vacant units to prepare them for new residents (apartment turns).
• Maintain common areas of the building, including hallways, lobbies, laundry rooms, and amenities.
• Conduct pool and seasonal amenity maintenance, including cleaning and basic equipment checks.
• Identify and resolve minor plumbing and electrical issues.
• Perform light carpentry, painting, drywall repairs, and general building repairs.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Maintain the property's exterior, including trash pickup and snow removal.
• Respond to on-call, after-hours maintenance emergencies on a rotating schedule.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring all areas meet safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Property Manager and other team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and guests during maintenance visits.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Carpentry

Tool use safely

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Customer service

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

HVAC basics

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Company: FLATS LLC (a ProperXPM company)

Location: Pilsen, Chicago, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 3:30pm. It is also required to be available to respond to emergencies after hours.

FLATS LLC, a ProperXPM company, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team and help maintain our 202-unit apartment community in Pilsen. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on maintenance experience in residential properties who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a team that delivers high‑quality living spaces.

Visit us at flatslife.com to learn more about our community.

• Complete assigned maintenance work orders promptly and effectively.
• Perform maintenance tasks in vacant units to prepare them for new residents ("apartment
• turns").
• Maintain common areas of the building, including hallways, lobbies, laundry rooms, and
• amenities.
• Conduct pool and seasonal amenity maintenance, including cleaning and basic equipment
• checks.
• Identify and resolve minor plumbing and electrical issues.
• Perform light carpentry, painting, drywall repairs, and general building repairs.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Maintain the property's exterior, including trash pickup and snow removal.
• Respond to on-call, after-hours maintenance emergencies on a rotating schedule.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring all areas meet safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Property Manager and other team members to ensure timely completion
• of tasks.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and guests during maintenance visits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in apartment or building maintenance, or a related trade.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and appliance repair.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and self‑motivated.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (climbing ladders, bending, kneeling,
• etc.).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Join us in maintaining the integrity of our operations while ensuring a safe working environment for all

employees. We look forward to your application!

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Referral program
• Vision insurance