Apartment Maintenance

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a part-time Apartment Maintenance. Responsible for maintaining all facets of physical plant and grounds in accordance with health and safety requirements at designated facilities. Scheduled workday is Mondays from 9:00am to 2:00pm. The scheduled workday can be changed if all parties agree. Hours may vary depending on current projects, emergencies, etc.

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $20/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine maintenance, janitorial duties, and repair of buildings and grounds. 
• Report needs for major repairs. 
• Follow standards regarding safety, licensing, regulatory and agency requirements. 
• Implement and manage preventive maintenance program.
• Assist in resident apartment or room turnover preparations. 
• Perform on-call service, as scheduled, and respond promptly to emergencies. 
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner Document work orders and complete other reporting functions in compliance with LSSI and/or funding source requirements. 

Position Qualifications:

• Does not require HS Diploma or GED if previous Maintenance Experience.
• Trade or technical school training preferred.
• Must have 3 to 5 years progressive experience dealing with environmental factors, hazards such as bed bugs, pests or rodents.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade or technical school training preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years maintenance experience preferred.
• HUD, OSHA, REAC, and ECT or related training preferred.
• Access to an insured vehicle with REQUIRED and valid IL statutory minimum insurance coverage.