Maintenance Tech I

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term & Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training

Job summary

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation in Woodstock, IL is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to join our apartment communities. You will assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and well-kept property, handle unit turns, grounds upkeep, and respond to resident service requests.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week), with a Monday–Friday schedule and on-call rotations. Hourly pay ranges from $19.00 to $21.00, and the position emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge.
• HVAC experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Reliable vehicle, insurance, and good driving record.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Dependable, professional, and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Assist with unit turns and prepare vacant apartments for new residents.
• Complete basic plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, and general maintenance.
• Assist with basic HVAC maintenance and report major issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain common areas, building exteriors, sidewalks, parking areas, and grounds.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for emergency maintenance, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance basics

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Customer service

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to join our team at one of our apartment communities in Woodstock, IL.

The Maintenance Technician I assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and well-kept residential property. This position performs basic maintenance, unit turns, grounds upkeep, and responds to resident service requests.

Full-Time: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday, on-call

Pay Rate: $19.00-21.00 per hour

Essential Duties

• Assist with unit turns and prepare vacant apartments for new residents.
• Complete basic plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, and general maintenance.
• Assist with basic HVAC maintenance and report major issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain common areas, building exteriors, sidewalks, parking areas, and grounds.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for emergency maintenance, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge.
• HVAC experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Reliable vehicle, insurance, and good driving record.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Dependable, professional, and safety-conscious.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development