Part-Time Building Maintenance Technician

deborahsplace; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Deborah's Place is seeking a part-time maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks across agency buildings. You will handle work orders, manage inventory, and coordinate with vendors under the direction of the Chief Maintenance Engineer.

The role requires 2–3 years in maintenance and property management, HVAC exposure preferred, and a valid Illinois driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• 2–3 years of maintenance engineering experience and 2–3 years in property management, preferably with homeless populations.
• Experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, and related trades.
• Strong reading, math, and data interpretation skills; proficient with reports and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance for buildings, grounds, equipment and vehicles.
• Complete work orders promptly and provide daily updates on maintenance issues.
• Carry out carpentry, painting, plumbing, repairs and tasks such as apartment turnovers.
• Ensure tools and equipment are stored and organized properly.
• Coordinate with the Chief Maintenance Engineer for ongoing maintenance planning.
• Monitor inventory and procure supplies from off-site vendors as needed.
• Collaborate with vendors to complete work orders and document processes.
• Attend required educational programs and staff meetings; uphold Deborah's Place values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Follow-up skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Property management software

Job description

Deborah's Place is seeking a part-time maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks across agency buildings. You will handle work orders, manage inventory, and coordinate with vendors under the direction of the Chief Maintenance Engineer.

The role requires 2–3 years in maintenance and property management, HVAC exposure preferred, and a valid Illinois driver's license.