Union-Represented Senior Property Maintenance Supervisor

HHDC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

HHDC is seeking a Chief Engineer in Chicago to lead property maintenance operations and a maintenance staff. The role oversees work orders, preventive maintenance, repairs, turnovers, contractors, and emergency response while delivering excellent resident service.

This union-represented, full-time position requires on-call duties and travel between properties as needed. Pay ranges from $72,000 to $74,000 per year, with a schedule Monday–Friday and on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of apartment maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of team lead or supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, appliances, and general building maintenance.
• Must obtain UPCS Inspection Certification within six months of hire.
• Must maintain required union certifications.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and customer service skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assign daily work to maintenance and janitorial staff.
• Prioritize work orders and ensure timely completion.
• Establish daily and weekly maintenance schedules.
• Supervise contractors and monitor maintenance projects.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Train and provide guidance to maintenance staff.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
• Perform and oversee plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, appliance, and general property repairs.
• Monitor vacant unit turnovers and property conditions.
• Maintain key control and property security procedures.
• Assist with grounds, custodial, emergency, and general maintenance duties as needed.
• Ensure staff follows company and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in the rotational 24-hour on-call schedule.
• Assist at other properties when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

HHDC is seeking a Chief Engineer in Chicago to lead property maintenance operations and a maintenance staff. The role oversees work orders, preventive maintenance, repairs, turnovers, contractors, and emergency response while delivering excellent resident service.

This union-represented, full-time position requires on-call duties and travel between properties as needed. Pay ranges from $72,000 to $74,000 per year, with a schedule Monday–Friday and on-call responsibilities.