Job Description

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.