Union-Represented Residential Maintenance Pro

HHDC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

HHDC in Chicago is seeking a General Maintenance Helper to keep residential properties clean, safe, and well-maintained. This union-represented role covers janitorial work, basic repairs, unit turnovers, groundskeeping, and on-call emergency response.

The position is full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday with on-call rotations, requiring a high school diploma and at least 3 years of maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant maintenance experience, preferably in residential or apartment maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance.
• Must have or obtain required UPCS and union certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must provide required hand tools.
• Reliable transportation, insurance, and safe driving record required.
• Must be willing to travel between properties as needed.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance and janitorial assignments as directed by management.
• Participate in the rotational on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repairs.
• Complete work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Inspect units, buildings, common areas, and grounds for maintenance needs.
• Assist with apartment turnovers and move-in/move-out inspections.
• Clean hallways, offices, laundry rooms, basements, vacant units, and other common areas.
• Assist with groundskeeping, lawn care, gardening, and snow removal.
• Replace or repair locks, screens, fixtures, appliances, lighting, and other property items.
• Maintain knowledge of water and gas shutoffs and sewer cleanouts.
• Follow company, OSHA, and applicable safety requirements.
• Assist at other properties when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Customer service

On-call readiness

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

HHDC in Chicago is seeking a General Maintenance Helper to keep residential properties clean, safe, and well-maintained. This union-represented role covers janitorial work, basic repairs, unit turnovers, groundskeeping, and on-call emergency response.

The position is full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday with on-call rotations, requiring a high school diploma and at least 3 years of maintenance experience.