Maintenance Tech I - Bilingual Spanish

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation in West Chicago, IL is looking for an experienced Maintenance professional. The role involves ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the property, responding to emergencies, and performing a range of maintenance tasks. Candidates must have strong customer service skills and demonstrate adherence to safety protocols.

Minimum qualifications include a high school education, 3+ years of maintenance experience, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-time maintenance experience.
• Vehicle, insurance and good driving record.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and unit turns while providing customer service.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Maintain and repair plumbing systems.
• Conduct basic electrical maintenance.
• Perform general janitorial work for high curb appeal.

Skills

Customer service focus

Safety policy adherence

Mechanical systems maintenance

Plumbing repair

Basic electrical maintenance

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At Hispanic Housing our vision is to provide affordable housing that people are proud to call home. In creating quality housing, a safe and stable environment, and by providing superior customer service, we help create part of the foundation that enables people to make a better life for themselves, their families, their neighbors, and communities.

Position

Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) is seeking an experienced maintenance professional for a development in West Chicago, IL. The Maintenance position is responsible for keeping exteriors, common areas, vacant units, sidewalks, and alleyways of the property clean and safe. This position will also be expected to assist in emergency responses and other types of basic maintenance when necessary. Maintenance workers must be customer service focused and are expected to know and uphold safety policies while on the job.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled work in the maintenance and care of the apartments in the housing portfolio. The duties include but are not limited to:

• Complete work orders and unit turns in a timely manner and provide an excellent level of customer service.
• Perform a variety of preventative maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Perform a wide range of construction, alteration, maintenance, repair, and general upkeep of housing facilities; repair units upon vacancy. Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, components, and parts.
• Perform basic electrical maintenance. Assist in inspecting, cleaning, servicing, adjusting and making basic repairs to a variety of heating and air conditioning, and related equipment.
• Perform general janitorial work to the interior/exterior of building, including cleaning and picking up debris and maintaining a high level of curb appeal.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent
• 3+ years of full‑time maintenance experience
• Personable and trustworthy
• Be professional and focused on providing excellent customer service
• One (1) year of Heating and Air Conditioning experience is preferred.
• Shows concern for a work safety program
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• Vehicle, insurance and good driving record

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacations and holidays.

EOE