ABOUT MAVREK PM

Mavrek PM is the in-house property management arm of Mavrek Development, a Chicago-based real estate owner and developer. We manage a growing portfolio of residential and mixed-use buildings across Chicago’s North Side, downtown, and Oak Park. We are building this department from the ground up with a simple philosophy: humanity first. We treat our residents as neighbors and our buildings as communities we steward, not assets we process. Because we are a small, hands-on team, the person in this role will have a direct line to ownership, real autonomy in how they work, and a visible impact on how our properties run.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a skilled, self-directed maintenance technician to serve as the primary hands-on resource across our scattered-site portfolio. This is a true multi-craft role: on any given day you might diagnose an HVAC issue in Lakeview in the morning, replace a garbage disposal in Bucktown after lunch, and walk a vacant unit in Old Town to scope a turnover before heading home. You will own routine work orders, preventive maintenance, and unit turnovers end to end, and you will be our first call when something urgent comes up.

You will oversee a work order queue, a set of buildings, a materials budget, and the trust to get things done well. In return we expect strong communication, clean documentation, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.

Structure:

This is an independent contractor (1099) engagement with the opportunity to move to a full time hire with benefits. Contractors invoice bi-weekly and are responsible for their own taxes and insurance.

Duties

Complete resident work orders across the portfolio, including plumbing (faucets, drains, toilets, supply lines, minor leaks, water heaters), electrical (outlets, switches, fixtures, breakers, GFCIs), and HVAC (thermostats, filters, PTACs, split systems, seasonal changeovers, basic boiler and radiator troubleshooting).
Diagnose and repair residential appliances, including refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, disposals, washers, and dryers, and recommend replacement when repair is not cost-effective.
Handle general handyman and carpentry tasks: drywall patching, door and lock hardware, cabinets, caulking, tile and grout, flooring repairs, weatherstripping, and common-area upkeep.
Perform interior painting and finish work to a rent-ready standard.
Coordinate unit turnovers from move-out to move-in: walk the unit, document condition with photos, build the scope, schedule and supervise any third-party vendors (cleaners, flooring, specialty trades), complete the punch list, and confirm the unit is rent-ready on schedule.
Carry out preventive maintenance and routine building inspections, including seasonal HVAC prep, smoke and CO detector checks, common-area walkthroughs, and exterior and mechanical-room checks.
Participate in a rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule and respond promptly to urgent issues such as no heat, active leaks, lockouts, and loss of power.
Document all work in our property management platform: before-and-after photos, materials used, time on site, and clear notes that a resident or owner could understand.
Source and purchase materials within an approved budget, track receipts, and maintain a basic parts inventory.
Identify recurring issues and capital needs, and communicate them clearly to management with recommendations.
Know when a job requires a licensed trade or permit, and coordinate with our licensed contractors and vendors accordingly.

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on residential maintenance experience, ideally across multiple buildings or a scattered-site portfolio.
Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance repair, plus solid general handyman and painting skills. You do not need to be a licensed master in every trade, but you need to be competent, safe, and honest about your limits.
EPA Section 608 certification (Type II or Universal) not required, but welcome.
Experience running unit turnovers and coordinating vendors on a deadline.
Reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; mileage between sites is reimbursed.
Your own basic hand and power tools. Mavrek provides specialty equipment and all materials.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work in mechanical rooms and tight spaces, and be on your feet for extended periods.
Comfortable using a smartphone for work orders, photos, and communication; familiarity with property management software (Yardi, Buildium, AppFolio, or similar) is a plus.
Professional, courteous presence in occupied homes. You will be in residents’ units regularly and you represent Mavrek every time.
Must pass a background check and carry general liability insurance (or be willing to obtain it before start).

NICE TO HAVE

Boiler and steam or hydronic heating experience (common in Chicago vintage buildings).
Experience with commercial or mixed-use spaces, including grease traps and restaurant back-of-house systems.
Basic locksmithing, access-control, or intercom system experience.
Bilingual English / Spanish.

HOW TO APPLY

Send a short note about your background, the trades you are strongest in, and a few examples of turnovers or repairs you are proud of (photos welcome) to:

Taylor DeVos, President – Mavrek Property Management

taylor@mavrekdevelopment.com

Subject line: Maintenance Technician – [Your Name]

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Opportunities for advancement

Work Location: In person

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