Maintenance Technician

About JVM:

For 50+ years, JVM Realty has done more than manage properties — we've built relationships on trust, honesty, and integrity. Headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, we manage a $1.6B+ luxury apartment portfolio across the Midwest, driven by one purpose: to be the best place to live, work, and invest in multifamily real estate. Come build something with us.

The Role:

Ready to be the hands-on hero behind every great resident experience? As a Maintenance Technician, you'll be the one who keeps our communities running — safe, sharp, and welcoming from the curb to the closet. From quick fixes to full apartment turns, your work is what turns a house into a home for the people who live there.

What You'll Do:

Be the eyes on the ground — walk the community regularly, spot issues before they become problems, and flag or fix them fast Master the trades — repair and maintain lighting, breakers, windows, doors, appliances, plumbing, drywall, paint, flooring, and more

Keep things cool (and warm) — inspect and replace A/C filters and water heaters

Turn homes around — complete apartment make-readies within 5–8 business days, including move-in/move-out inspections

Respond with urgency — complete resident service requests within 48 hours

Run the preventative playbook — complete the JVM 8-point preventative maintenance checklist on every inspection

Own the pool — maintain pool conditions and test chemical levels

Know the systems — stay sharp on all utility, apartment, and fixture shut-offs and sewer cleanouts

Clear the way — perform trash-outs of vacated units and keep the maintenance shop organized and secure

Stay sharp and safe — attend required training and immediately report unsafe conditions

Driving Requirements Valid driver's license and personal auto insurance required for traveling the community to complete inspections, repairs, and vendor pickups, when approved by your supervisor (approximately 10% of the time).

Physical Requirements:

With or without reasonable accommodation, must be able to:

Perform outdoor work in all weather conditions (~25% of the time)
Lift up to 50 lbs (~10% of the time)
Climb stairs (~10% of the time)
Walk community grounds (~15% of the time)
Climb a ladder (~5% of the time)
Perform snow removal, including shoveling and snow-blowing walkways and stairs

Compensation:

The pay range for this position is $23-25/hr jvm Management, Inc. determines individual pay within this range based on factors including qualifications, experience, scope of responsibilities, and internal equity.

This pay range reflects a good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer.

Benefits available for this position include:

Competitive Salaries That Are Market-priced Annually Housing Discount & Housing Rental Discounts Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance Reimbursement for Fitness Centers Telehealth and Flexible Spending Accounts Short and Long Term Disability Coverage Generous Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
401(k) plan with matching funds

Community Volunteer Days Tuition Assistance Maternity Leave Gym Reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Hospital Confinement and Critical Illness Protection This role is performed in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal law, including EPA, OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing Act, and Fair Credit Reporting Act requirements.

JVM Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HRInfor@jvmrealty or High school diploma or GED1-2+ years of property management maintenance experience,Hands-on experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliance repair

Ability to read and understand English Preferred

Certifications:

Universal EPA and CPO- JVM will assist in obtaining