Maintenance Technician

Patriot Communities; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

PTO

Paid holidays

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Patriot Communities in Jacksonville, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee four local properties. You will perform routine resident work orders, conduct utility checks, and handle make-ready renovations, traveling between sites as needed.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in property maintenance, strong handyman skills, and the ability to work independently. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in Midwest weather is required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of property maintenance experience, residential or multifamily preferred.
• Competency in plumbing, electrical fixtures, light carpentry and general building trades.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel among four properties.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work outdoors in varying Midwest weather.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair residential issues including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and drywall.
• Make-ready renovations to prepare homes for new occupancy with flooring, painting and detailing.
• Maintain curb appeal and grounds across four communities; inspect and upkeep utilities.
• Coordinate with contractors and provide on-call support for after-hours issues.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Building trades

Driver's license

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Company: Patriot Communities

Location: Jacksonville, IL (Covering 4 Local Properties)

Job Type: Full-time

About Patriot Communities

At Patriot Communities, we provide affordable manufactured home living and high-quality community management. We pride ourselves on creating safe, clean, and welcoming neighborhoods for our residents. We are looking for a reliable, skilled, and motivated Maintenance Technician to oversee the physical upkeep, curb appeal, and hands-on maintenance operations across our portfolio of four distinct properties in the Jacksonville, IL area.

Position Summary

As a Maintenance Technician, you are the face of our property upkeep. You will be responsible for completing routine resident work orders, managing community curb appeal, performing utility checks, and completing make-ready renovations on community-owned homes. Since this role covers four local properties, regular travel between sites within Jacksonville is required. A primary focus of this role is taking charge of move-out transformations as well as assisting with full rehabs—efficiently flipping homes from old tenants and restoring them to pristine, market-ready condition. Since this role covers four local properties, regular travel between sites within Jacksonville is required. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses general handyman and mechanical skills, and excels at working independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Work Orders: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve residential repairs including minor plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, locks, and drywall.
• Make-Ready Renovations: Efficiently prepare vacant homes for new occupancy, including flooring repairs, painting, detailing, and appliance troubleshooting.
• Curb Appeal & Groundskeeping: Maintain common property areas, clean empty lots, manage seasonal debris, and ensure the overall cleanliness of all four communities.
• Infrastructure Upkeep: Inspect and maintain basic property utility networks (water, gas, drainage lines) to isolate and address leaks or breakages promptly.
• Contractor Coordination: Work alongside the Construction Manager to coordinate specialized third-party vendors for heavy excavation, electrical, or structural overhauls.
• Emergency Response: Provide on-call support for after-hours emergency issues or urgent property matters on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 1–3 years of property maintenance experience (residential, multifamily, or manufactured housing experience is a strong plus).
• Technical Skills: Competency in plumbing, electrical fixtures, light carpentry, and general building trades.
• Mobility: Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel regularly between the 4 property locations in Jacksonville.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, kneel, bend, and work outdoors safely across varying midwest weather conditions.
• Soft Skills: Dependable, professional demeanor with great communication and follow-up skills when interacting with community residents.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary: Competitive pay commensurate with experience ($45,500 – $50,000)
• Retirement: Generous 401(k) matching program.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Travel Support: Fuel reimbursement policy for driving between assigned properties.