Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) is seeking an experienced Helper C to support our CHA property in Chicago, IL. This position is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and well-kept properties while assisting with basic maintenance and emergency needs. Regular travel between HHDC properties is required.
SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
Full-Time: 40 hours per week Schedule: Monday - Friday Pay Rate: $22.82 per hour
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Cleans hallways, common areas, vacant units, offices, parking areas, sidewalks, and alleyways.
- Maintains property exteriors through lawn care, snow removal, window cleaning, leaf blowing, trash pickup, and sanitation.
- Performs light maintenance, including basic plumbing and appliance troubleshooting.
- Assists with painting, replacing light bulbs, smoke detector batteries, and other minor repairs.
- Reports maintenance concerns, property damage, and safety issues immediately.
- Safely operates cleaning equipment, lawn machinery, hand tools, and power tools.
- Participates in emergency/on-call duties as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous janitorial or maintenance experience.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Basic plumbing and mechanical knowledge.
- Ability to safely operate lawn machinery and power tools.
- Strong customer service, organization, and communication skills.
- Must provide required personal hand tools.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills may be required.
- Must maintain union certifications as required.
UNION REPRESENTATION
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between HHDC and SEIU Local 1.
Competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, and paid holidays.