Handyman (Yellow Jacket Maintenance)

Job description

Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM) is a trusted maintenance and repair partner serving community associations (HOAs, condos, and residential properties) across the Chicagoland area. We specialize in preventative maintenance, multi-trade repairs, and property upkeep , helping protect long-term property value.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Maintenance Technician / Handyman with strong multi-trade experience to support residential and HOA properties.

This role is ideal for someone skilled in electrical, drywall, painting, and exterior repairs who takes pride in high-quality work, reliability, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities - Complete maintenance, repair, and installation work orders across multiple properties - Perform electrical repairs (outlets, switches, lighting, GFCIs, ceiling fans, breaker panels) - Handle drywall repair, patching, and installation - Execute interior and exterior painting and staining - Perform exterior maintenance (siding, fascia, gutters, seal coating) - Troubleshoot and repair lighting systems and fixtures - Maintain a clean, safe, and professional job site - Communicate effectively with property managers and HOA clients - Manage time efficiently and complete jobs right the first time

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) - Roofing experience - Masonry experience - Welding experience

Requirements

What You’ll Need - Requirements - 3–5+ years of maintenance technician, handyman, or multi-trade experience - Experience working in residential, HOA, or property management environments - Strong knowledge of electrical, drywall, and general repairs - Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly (up to 100 lbs occasionally) - Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation - Own basic hand tools - Strong communication and problem-solving skills - Ability to participate in an on-call rotation

Disability Accommodation Notice

Disclosure of a disability is a personal decision. Employees who require a reasonable accommodation are encouraged to request it prior to their first day of work. To evaluate accommodation requests, Human Resources may request documentation, including a doctor’s note, depending on the nature of the accommodation and on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits - Competitive hourly compensation; $30–$35 per hour, based on skills and experience - Monthly cell phone stipend - 40-hour work week with overtime as needed - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Front-loaded paid time off (PTO) - 401(k) with company match up to 4% - Long-term and short-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee