Property Maintenance Technician: Hands-On Repairs

Greystar; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Greystar is seeking a Service Technician in Chicago, IL, to handle routine maintenance, make-ready tasks, and timely repairs across its properties. The role requires diagnosing issues, sourcing parts, and documenting work orders while maintaining safety standards.

You will perform preventatives, attend safety trainings, and may assist with vendor coordination and property inspections. A valid driver’s license and EPA refrigerant certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Maintenance staff execute work orders from residents and preventative maintenance per policy.
• Move-ins: perform make-ready tasks and ensure apartments are ready for leasing.
• Document work performed and track inventory and materials used.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose defects, perform repairs per safety and code requirements.
• Complete make-ready inspections and punch lists, coordinate with vendors.
• Access materials from maintenance and track inventory, reorder supplies as needed.
• Document service requests timely and accurately for tracking.
• Maintain grounds and common areas, perform routine cleaning and painting when needed.
• Support cost-control by fixing rather than replacing parts when feasible.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Safety awareness

Education

EPA Type 1 & 2 / Universal refrigerant certification

Job description

Greystar is seeking a Service Technician in Chicago, IL, to handle routine maintenance, make-ready tasks, and timely repairs across its properties. The role requires diagnosing issues, sourcing parts, and documenting work orders while maintaining safety standards.

You will perform preventatives, attend safety trainings, and may assist with vendor coordination and property inspections. A valid driver’s license and EPA refrigerant certifications are required.