Multitrade Maintenance Technician for Homes & HOAs

HOA Talent; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Cell phone stipend

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Front‑loaded paid time off

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Job summary

Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM) is hiring a Maintenance Technician / Handyman with strong multi-trade experience to support residential and HOA properties in the Chicagoland area. You’ll perform electrical, drywall, painting, and exterior repairs, maintain high-quality workmanship, and collaborate with property managers to complete work right the first time.

Requires 3–5+ years in maintenance, ability to lift 50 lbs, valid driver’s license, own tools, and willingness to be on-call.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of maintenance technician, handyman, or multi-trade experience.
• Experience working in residential, HOA, or property management environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, drywall, and general repairs.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly (up to 100 lbs occasionally).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Own basic hand tools.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance, repair, and installation work orders across multiple properties.
• Perform electrical repairs (outlets, switches, lighting, GFCIs, ceiling fans, breaker panels).
• Handle drywall repair, patching, and installation.
• Execute interior and exterior painting and staining.
• Perform exterior maintenance (siding, fascia, gutters, seal coating).
• Troubleshoot and repair lighting systems and fixtures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional job site.
• Communicate effectively with property managers and HOA clients.
• Manage time efficiently and complete jobs right the first time.

Skills

Electrical

Drywall

Painting

Exterior repairs

Communication

On-call readiness

Job description

Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM) is hiring a Maintenance Technician / Handyman with strong multi-trade experience to support residential and HOA properties in the Chicagoland area. You’ll perform electrical, drywall, painting, and exterior repairs, maintain high-quality workmanship, and collaborate with property managers to complete work right the first time.

Requires 3–5+ years in maintenance, ability to lift 50 lbs, valid driver’s license, own tools, and willingness to be on-call.