On-Site Property Maintenance Technician

RPM Living; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Healthcare coverage

Employee assistance program

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

RPM Living in Lombard, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance and keep the common areas clean both inside and outside the property. You will handle custodial tasks, grounds work, make-ready preparations, and basic repairs to preserve the community’s appearance and safety.

This role requires practical knowledge across skilled trades, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and a flexible schedule that includes evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year of maintenance or related experience preferred.
• General knowledge in skilled trades including construction/installation, repair, drywall, basic carpentry, and make-ready.
• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular custodial duties around the property and maintain the common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
• Complete grounds work as directed by Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager which may include picking up trash, clean dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Execute basic landscaping including, trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs.
• Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments. (trash outs) prior to make-ready.
• Operate safely the following equipment, power washer, backpack blower, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaner and sweepers, and golf carts
• Assist in pool maintenance and understand basic pool care (chemicals reading, making chemical adjustments, backwashing, pool cleaning, etc.)
• Ensure prompt response to emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance assignments
• Complete work orders and maintenance tasks within 24-48 hours, updating records in the computer system. Address pending tasks and set clear completion expectations
• Perform repairs to maintain the community's aesthetics and structural integrity, ensuring that any damage is promptly addressed
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies, including OSHA regulations and safety/environmental laws Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization

Skills

Custodial duties

Grounds maintenance

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power washer

Backpack blower

Floor scrubber

Carpet cleaner

Job description

RPM Living in Lombard, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance and keep the common areas clean both inside and outside the property. You will handle custodial tasks, grounds work, make-ready preparations, and basic repairs to preserve the community’s appearance and safety.

This role requires practical knowledge across skilled trades, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and a flexible schedule that includes evenings or weekends as needed.