Residential Maintenance Technician

Description

Position at Mac Properties

Mac Properties is a dynamic and growing private residential real estate company with operations in the metropolitan areas of Chicago, St. Louis, and Kansas City.  

Are you a skilled problem-solver with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? We're seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team and help maintain our properties at peak performance! The pay range for this role is $26/hour. Interested? Apply today! 

JOB OVERVIEW:

At MAC, our Maintenance team is not only skilled, courteous, and hard-working; they also transform the lives of our residents each and every day. We are looking for a Maintenance Tech to join our team. As a Maintenance Technician, you will make a unique and valuable contribution to our community by ensuring that our building appliances and infrastructure are functioning at peak of efficiency. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Complete assigned service requests and repairs in a timely, professional and courteous manner consistent with company operating and equipment/supply standards.
• Diagnose and perform installation, preventative maintenance and/or repair of residential apartment buildings and units including electrical and plumbing repair, HVAC systems, waste chute and compactor repair, appliances, cabinetry, tile, carpet and flooring, walls (drywall and plaster repair), and security systems (door locks, etc.).
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical equipment on a scheduled basis; inspects belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, greases bearings, seals, etc.; repairs or replaces broken parts.
• Installs electrical wiring and equipment; wiring during remodeling projects; replaces and repairs wiring as needed. Repairs electrical equipment and control circuits; replaces faulty electrical switches; repairs refrigeration equipment.
• Perform duties to restore apartments to “market ready” status, including inspecting vacated apartments, completing make-ready checklists, oversee vendors.
• Maintains the overall condition of the building and grounds, including outside custodial duties (e.g. snow removal) as required.

What will serve you well in this role?  

• Previous maintenance experience in a similar role
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and refurbishing 
• Familiarity with various appliances 
• Highly approachable personality with strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to respond to after-hour emergencies, when on-call duty is assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle required for this position.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Provide own basic tool and knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance tools.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:  

• Generous Rental Discounts
• Robust Benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k
• Paid Time-Off
• Training Opportunities and Education Reimbursement

Please be advised that ALL new hires will be required to successfully complete a criminal background investigation  and a medical examination, which includes a drug screening, prior to employment. The receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests, and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant's identity and legal authority to work in the United States are also required.

About Mac: We believe that the quality of one’s life is directly related to the quality of one’s home. Since 2002, we have been creating rental homes and investing in neighborhoods for our residents in Chicago, Kansas City, and St. Louis. Our vision is to enable better lives through better homes- for our residents, our communities, and our colleagues.