Maintenance Technician

Wallick Communities; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid parental leave

Gym membership reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Wallick Communities in Peoria, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our apartment communities in top condition. You will complete work orders and unit turns, respond to emergencies, and stay certified.

This role supports residents with timely repairs and quality service as part of a 100% employee-owned company. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for growth, including health and retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and a supportive team environment that values

Qualifications

• Experience: At least 1 year of maintenance work with some plumbing and/or electrical knowledge.
• Dependability: A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a great work ethic.
• Resident-Focused: Commitment to excellent customer service and quality repairs.
• Efficiency: Ability to manage multiple tasks and solve issues as they arise.
• Clear Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete Work Orders: Use our technology to handle maintenance tasks quickly and accurately.
• Manage Unit Turns: Prepare units for new residents as directed by the community leader.
• Handle Emergencies: Respond to emergency maintenance calls, including on-call shifts when needed.
• Maintain High Standards: Keep our communities in top shape and document your work properly.
• Stay Certified: Maintain any required certifications for the role.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Hurlburt and Schlarman House - Peoria, IL 61603

Job Type: Full-Time – Rotating Emergency on Call

Pay Rate: $21-$24/hr – Depending on Experience

Make a Difference—And Own Your Future

Join Wallick Communities, a 100% employee-owned company with over 55 years of experience in providing affordable housing and assisted living for families and seniors across the Midwest. With 1,000+ associates and a mission to open doors to homes, opportunity, and hope, we take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where every employee-owner plays a vital role.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Creating Homes for People Who Need It Most: Providing new beginnings for residents seeking affordable, safe and high-quality housing where they can thrive.
• Pay-on-Demand: access your money as you earn it.
• Exceptional Benefit Package: Health, dental, vision insurance effective within 2 weeks of starting your new job. Other benefits like gym membership reimbursement, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, including paid parental leave.
• Learning & Support: A supportive team that cares about your continued development, well-being and professional growth.
• Resident Stories That Stay with You: From Henry, who moved into his first-ever home, to Jaci, whose stay at a Wallick community allowed her to achieve homeownership and graduate college, kickstarting her dream career.
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, training, professional development, and advancement opportunities within a company that invests in its people.
• Employee Owned, Resident Focused: As a 100% employee-owned company, your daily work (supporting our residents) also contributes to your financial future by sharing in our profitability.

What You’ll Do

• Complete Work Orders: Use our technology to handle maintenance tasks quickly and accurately.
• Manage Unit Turns: Prepare units for new residents as directed by the community leader.
• Handle Emergencies: Respond to emergency maintenance calls, including on-call shifts when needed.
• Maintain High Standards: Keep our communities in top shape and document your work properly.
• Stay Certified: Maintain any required certifications for the role.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: At least 1 year of maintenance work with some plumbing and/or electrical knowledge.
• Dependability: A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a great work ethic.
• Resident-Focused: A commitment to providing excellent customer service, clear communication, and quality repairs.
• Efficiency and Problem-Solving: The ability to manage multiple tasks and solve issues as they arise.
• Clear Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Wallick’s Mission & Values

At Wallick Communities, we believe in opening doors to homes, opportunity, and hope for our residents, associates, and community. Our core values guide everything we do:

• Care – We show compassion and respect for everyone.
• Character – We do the right thing, even when no one is looking.
• Collaboration – We work together to achieve more.

At Wallick, we celebrate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Belonging (DEI+B) in our workplace and communities, creating an environment where associates feel welcome, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to the great work they do every day.

For nearly 60 years, it has been at the core of our organization’s culture that all Wallick associates come to a safe and inclusive place to work. Wallick does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Join Us and Become an Employee-Owner!

*Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen