Maintenance Assistant

Draper and Kramer is a family-owned company with more than 130 years of experience providing vertically integrated property and financial services throughout the United States. Our services include multifamily residential and commercial property management, acquisition, development, and debt and equity commercial financing.

We offer opportunities for career advancement, a supportive work environment, and competitive benefits packages. We encourage you to learn more about joining the Draper and Kramer team!

The Maintenance Assistant will report directly to the Head of Maintenance and Property Manager and support the maintenance and physical upkeep of a residential property in Chicago’s West Loop. The Maintenance Assistant will complete work orders, maintain common areas, respond to emergency calls, coordinate with vendors on turnover schedules, and assist the Head of Maintenance as needed. The ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing responsibilities, and maintain a positive attitude is essential. Strong communication, organizational, and basic computer skills are also key.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with staff, vendors, contractors, and residents to promote and maintain the safety, cleanliness, and upkeep of the building, including daily property walks, equipment assessments, work orders, and preventive maintenance
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies in accordance with documented procedures
• Prepare incident reports, perform fire safety inspections, assist with snow removal, and provide janitorial support as needed
• Complete service requests in common areas and resident units in a timely manner
• Prepare apartments for move-in and repair or replace unit mechanical components as needed

Qualifications

• Experience working in multifamily residential facilities
• HVAC certification or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of light plumbing, minor electrical, and HVAC maintenance
• Ability to participate in the on-call schedule as required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including holidays, weekends, and evenings based on property needs and emergency situations
• Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Compensation

• Hourly Rate Range for this position: $20.00 - $28.00

Benefits

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Health Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, LTD, and STD
• PTO
• Sick Time
• Company Paid Family Leave Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Commuter Benefits (Chicago Only)

It always has been and continues to be Draper and Kramer’s policy that employees should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination. All decisions regarding recruiting, hiring, promotion, assignment, training, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment will be made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.