Maintenance Technician

Core3 Property Management, LLC; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Cell phone reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Additional compensation for after-hours emergency calls

Job summary

Core3 Property Management, LLC is seeking an experienced and customer‑focused Maintenance Technician in Bloomington, Illinois. This role supports the day‑to‑day maintenance operations of managed properties, ensuring they are safe and well-maintained.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hands-on residential maintenance experience and skills in plumbing, electrical work, and general repairs. Benefits include a company vehicle, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on residential maintenance experience.
• Ability to independently diagnose and troubleshoot common residential maintenance issues.
• Experience performing plumbing, electrical, appliance, drywall, painting, and general maintenance repairs.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned maintenance work orders generated from resident requests.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair maintenance issues in occupied homes.
• Perform residential plumbing repairs including toilets and faucets.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and identify potential issues.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical troubleshooting

Appliance repair

Drywall repair

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Trade school education or technical certifications

Tools

Smartphones and mobile maintenance software

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Core 3 is seeking an experienced and customer‑focused Maintenance Technician to support the day‑to‑day maintenance operations of our managed properties. Our mission is to simplify the real estate experience by delivering comprehensive property management and maintenance solutions. This role plays a key part in ensuring our properties are safe, well‑maintained, and operating efficiently while providing exceptional service to residents and property owners.

This position is not a groundskeeping, porter, or janitorial role. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on residential maintenance experience and the ability to independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and complete repairs in occupied homes and apartment communities.

At our companies, we are guided by our Core Values:

• Lead by Example
• Be Consistent
• Hungry
• Better Together
• Client Focused
• Have Fun

The ideal candidate will embody these values and uphold the principles that make our companies exceptional places to work.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned maintenance work orders generated from resident requests.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair maintenance issues in occupied homes and apartment communities.
• Perform residential plumbing repairs including toilets, flappers, fill valves, faucets, garbage disposals, drain clogs, and shut‑off valves.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical issues including outlets, switches, GFCIs, breakers, light fixtures, and ceiling fans.
• Complete drywall, painting, carpentry, hardware, lock, and door repairs.
• Perform appliance troubleshooting and repairs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and identify potential issues before they become larger problems.
• Ensure all make‑ready repairs and services are completed on schedule.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with residents regarding maintenance concerns and work order status.
• Schedule appointments with residents as needed and provide updates throughout the repair process.
• Follow up with residents to ensure maintenance concerns have been resolved satisfactorily.
• Accurately document completed work orders, notes, and materials used electronically via phone.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in a clean and professional manner.
• Follow all company safety procedures, maintenance policies, and Fair Housing requirements.
• Participate in an after‑hours on‑call rotation.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on residential maintenance experience.
• Ability to independently diagnose and troubleshoot common residential maintenance issues.
• Experience performing plumbing, electrical, appliance, drywall, painting, and general maintenance repairs.
• Experience working inside occupied homes, apartments, or residential properties.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with residents, vendors, coworkers, and property owners.
• Understanding of the importance of Fair Housing compliance and treating all residents consistently and respectfully.
• Ability to use smartphones, tablets, and mobile maintenance software.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and perform physical work throughout the day.

Preferred Qualifications

• Property management maintenance experience.
• HVAC certification or HVAC service experience.
• Appliance repair experience.
• Trade school education or technical certifications.

What Success Looks Like

• Repairs are completed correctly the first time.
• Residents receive professional, respectful service.
• Work orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintenance issues are diagnosed efficiently and resolved with minimal supervision.
• Company standards, safety procedures, and Fair Housing requirements are consistently followed.

Benefits

• Company vehicle provided
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Additional compensation for after‑hours emergency calls

Schedule

• Full‑time
• 8‑hour shift
• On‑call rotation

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Required)