Maintenance Technician

Willow Bridge Property Company; Lincolnwood (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, vision and 401(k)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Willow Bridge Property Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service our apartment communities. You will troubleshoot and repair plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and electrical systems, and install appliances as needed.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong troubleshooting and communication skills, and HVAC knowledge. HVAC certification and EPA Type I & II are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related maintenance experience.
• HVAC troubleshooting and repair skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• HVAC certification strongly preferred; EPA Type I & II preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and be on-call after hours.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs to the apartment community (plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, electrical).
• Install new appliances as needed.
• Ensure service orders are completed promptly.
• Maintain exterior curb appeal and comply with safety regulations.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

On-call readiness

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC systems

HVAC certification

EPA Type I & II

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1965 by Mack Pogue as Lincoln Property Company, Willow Bridge Property Company is one of the United States’ most respected full-service residential property companies, operating a successful portfolio in 75 markets. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Willow Bridge proudly employs over 5,500 team members, has built over 200,000 apartments and manages 220,000 units for its clients. To learn more, visitwillowbridgepc.com.

We create places people want to call home — starting with you.

With decades of proven success, Willow Bridge is a national leader in residential property management and development, active in 29 states and managing more than 230,000 apartment homes across the U.S.

At Willow Bridge, our purpose drives everything we do. Whether you’re launching your career or looking to take the next step, we’re here to support your growth with intention, flexibility, and real opportunities to make an impact.

We’re currently hiring for a Maintenance Technician — someone who brings fresh thinking, follows through, and knows how to bring people together to get results. We value people who lead by listening, communicate with clarity, and take initiative to find better ways forward. If you're someone who believes in showing up with integrity, working collaboratively, and driving positive change, you’ll feel right at home here.

Let’s grow together at Willow Bridge.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician are as follows:

• Troubleshoot and perform all necessary repairs to the apartment community, including plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and electrical. Installation of new appliances as needed.
• Ensure resident requested service orders are completed on a timely basis.
• Assist in maintaining the exterior of the property to provide clean and acceptable curb appeal at all times.
• Comply with all OSHA regulations and health, safety and environmental laws.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The qualifications of the Maintenance Technician are as follows:

• A minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong knowledge in troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems. HVAC certification is strongly preferred.
• EPA Type I & II certification(s) preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized and meet deadlines.
• Able to be on-call for responding to after-hours emergencies.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This role MAY require a valid driver's license

Maintenance TechnicianBenefits

Willow Bridge Property Company offers competitive pay, a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and 401(k) and opportunities for career development and advancement.