Lead Maintenance Tech | HOA - High-Rise Condos

LOCATION AREA: Oak Lawn - Near Lakeside Park

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm *Availability for on-call emergencies*

ABOUT US

Worth Ross Management Company is an award-winning industry leader and a team of extraordinary people. We have the advantage of recruiting and retaining the best talent in the HOA management industry. Diversity and inclusion are the only paths that allow forward progress, and our success as a company stems from that philosophy. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee the maintenance and operations of a 9-floor residential building. The ideal candidate will be experienced, patient, and personable, able to interact politely with residents while ensuring the building remains safe, clean, and fully functional.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire suppression, elevators (in coordination with licensed vendors), and security systems.
• Ensure lobbies, corridors, stairwells, mechanical rooms, and amenities (fitness center, pool, rooftop decks) are clean, safe, and operational.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, service intervals, warranties, and equipment performance.
• Perform or oversee minor repairs such as changing light bulbs, replacing HVAC filters, changing locks, touching up paint, and troubleshooting systems.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and coordinate vendor support as needed.
• Provide input to the General Manager on contractor bids and project scheduling.
• Prepare for city and state inspections (fire alarms, backflow preventers, elevators) and accompany inspectors.
• Track and order maintenance supplies, tools, and replacement parts within budget parameters.
• Enforce OSHA standards and building safety procedures; conduct routine safety checks of mechanical rooms, emergency lighting, and fire extinguishers.
• Assist residents politely during emergencies and provide guidance on the appropriate vendors for work within their units.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED 

• Experience in apartment or commercial building maintenance.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems, elevators, and HVAC systems.
• Pool maintenance knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal skills; patient and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs independently.
• Flexibility to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Physical demands include the ability to lift 30-50lbs.
• Standing, sitting, and walking.
• Ability to quickly and easily navigate the building as required to meet job functions.
• Ability to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms and respond quickly and appropriately.
• Ability to work extended/flexible hours, weekends, and holidays if required by coverage necessary for the building,
• Ability to respond to emergencies promptly.
• Communicate, receive, and exchange ideas and information using both spoken and written words.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short term disability (STD)
• Long term disability (LTD)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Pet insurance 
• Retirement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)