Plumber

HOA Talent is hiring on behalf of Yellow Jack Maintenance ServicesAbout Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services

Job Title: Plumber / Maintenance Technician (Residential & HOA Service)

Location: Chicagoland Area (Field-Based)

About Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM)
Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM) is a trusted home maintenance and repair company serving the Chicagoland area for more than 10 years. We specialize in supporting community associations (HOA/condo) and work closely with HOA Boards and Community Managers to deliver proactive, high-quality maintenance solutions. Our team of multi-trade technicians focuses on efficiency, reliability, and long-term property value.

Position Summary
Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services is hiring Plumbers / Maintenance Technicians to perform service, repair, and installation work across residential and multi-family (HOA/condo) properties. This is a field-based role ideal for candidates with plumbing service experience, strong troubleshooting ability, and general handyman or maintenance skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing service and repair (leaks, fixtures, piping, drains, water heaters, shutoffs, etc.)
• Diagnose and troubleshoot plumbing issues in residential and multi-unit buildings
• Complete preventative maintenance and general repairs (drywall, carpentry, minor electrical, etc.)
• Respond to work orders and service calls across multiple properties
• Communicate with property managers, dispatch, and residents regarding scope and updates
• Ensure compliance with local plumbing codes, safety standards, and company procedures
• Document work completed, materials used, and time via work order system
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle (if applicable)
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours/emergency service

Requirements

What Youll Need

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of plumbing, maintenance technician, or handyman experience
• Experience with service-based plumbing (not just new construction)
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently in the field
• Experience working in residential, apartment, condo, or HOA environments preferred
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly (75100 lbs occasionally)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems, codes, and best practices
• English proficiency

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Chicago Plumbing License or Apprentice experience
• Drain cleaning, sewer work, or water heater experience
• Multi-trade experience (electrical, HVAC basics, carpentry)
• Experience using work order / dispatch software

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• $30$40/hour (based on experience)
• Overtime opportunities available
• 40-hour work week with flexibility based on workload
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Front-loaded PTO (paid time off)
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

Work Environment & Schedule

• Field-based role servicing properties across the Chicagoland suburbs
• Day shift with occasional evening/weekend emergency calls
• Rotating on-call schedule shared across team

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 doctors note, depending on the nature of the accommodation and on a case-by-case basis.