Maintenance Technician

PeakMade Real Estate
Chicago, IL

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance tasks necessary to maintain and enhance the value of an assigned apartment community. This pinnacle role is foundational to the community’s success; the ideal candidate is a resident-focused team player with a strong technical aptitude who take pride in the work they perform.

What You’ll Do:

  • Ensure all service requests and repairs are completed thoroughly and in a timely manner
  • Assist Maintenance Supervisor with monitoring inventory of equipment, tools, parts and supplies at appropriate levels
  • Maintain excellent customer service standards
  • Comply with all personnel management policies and procedures and maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.
  • Maintain preventative maintenance schedule
  • Communicate effectively with residents, fellow employees, vendors and supervisors
  • Work with Maintenance Supervisor to adhere to budget guidelines and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program
  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with maintaining a hazard communications program
  • Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features as required to minimize liability concerns
  • Ensure adherence to the company's safety and hazard communications programs, policies and procedures
  • Work with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that physical condition of the community is maintained according to company operating and safety standards
  • Work with maintenance team to ensure excellent curb appeal at all times
  • Assist residents with the move-in/move-out process as needed
  • Assist with the scheduling and performance of all maintenance/repair-related turn events
  • Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals
  • Address complaints and resolve issues in a timely and professional fashion
  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to the general upkeep and cleaning of office, common areas and model
  • Assist in the daily cleanup of the exterior of the property including grounds, breezeways, and all common areas
  • Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning and maintain accurate, timely chemical logs
  • Participate in on-call rotation for emergency service
  • Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required

What You’ll Need:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • At least one year maintenance experience, preferably in the apartment industry
  • EPA certification Type I and II preferred
  • Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property
  • Must have reliable transportation and be able to accommodate a rotating on-call schedule as required
  • Ability to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays as required
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances and all other systems at community.
  • Other licenses and certifications as required by local, state or federal law

Additional Qualifications:

  • Position requires individuals to be able to use general maintenance equipment including, but not limited to, hand tools, ladders, refrigerant recovery units, landscaping equipment, and required safety equipment
  • All equipment must be used without jeopardizing the safety of themselves, fellow associates, and residents

What You’ll Get (Peak Perks):

  • Paid Parental Leave + one year of diapers, on us
  • 15 Days of PTO + 2 additional "Wellbeing Days"
  • 401(k) Match
  • Wellness initiatives, healthy team competitions and reward programs through Peak's LiveWell program
  • Facilities related leadership program
  • Additional technical training
  • Technical certifications available (HVAC / CPO)
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Monthly renewal bonuses
  • Additional rewards and recognition
  • 10 Year Peakiversary Trip

*The anticipated pay range for this role is $25–$27 per hour, with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Physical Activities:

  • Position requires ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances
  • Use of ladders to access heights in excess of eight to nine feet
  • The ability to work outdoors in temperatures exceeding 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks without endangering themselves, residents or fellow employees
  • Frequent bending and/or stooping to access equipment and machinery necessary when assisting with or performing tasks

Who We Are

PeakMade Real Estate is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in the management and development of off-campus student housing, multi-family and build to rent communities across the US. Our working environment is fun, collaborative, forward-thinking and purposeful.

PeakMade Real Estate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Posted 2026-06-12

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