Maintenance Tech I

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation; Woodstock, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability coverage

Job summary

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) in Woodstock, IL seeks an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to help maintain a clean, safe residential property at an apartment community. The role includes basic maintenance tasks, unit turns, grounds upkeep, and resident service responses.

The position is full-time, 40 hours weekly, with a Monday–Friday schedule and on-call rotation. Pay rate ranges from $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, offering essential benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge; HVAC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with unit turns and prepare vacant apartments for new residents.
• Perform basic maintenance: plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain common areas, building exteriors, sidewalks, parking areas, and grounds.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency maintenance, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Customer service

Communication

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

HVAC equipment

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