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Champaign, IL

1001 North Mattis Avenue, Champaign, Illinois 61821

Rantoul, IL

200 N Turner Drive, Rantoul, Illinois 61866

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Affordable Housing Property Maintenance Technician July 20, 2026

Located in Champaign, IL

Pay: $18-$20/hr

Job Full Description

Use your maintenance experience to keep homes safe, functional, and ready for the people who depend on them.

Express Employment Professionals is hiring an Affordable Housing Property Maintenance Technician. This position handles work orders, unit turns, repairs, and property upkeep across residential housing locations.

Candidates must have a reliable personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and their own tools. Previous Section 8, public housing, affordable housing, or multifamily maintenance experience is strongly preferred.

What You Will Do

  • Complete maintenance work orders in occupied housing units
  • Prepare vacant units for inspection and new occupancy
  • Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting repairs
  • Repair doors, locks, fixtures, hardware, and damaged property components
  • Troubleshoot appliances and building systems based on experience
  • Inspect units and document maintenance conditions
  • Travel between assigned properties using a personal vehicle
  • Track completed work, materials, and unresolved repair needs
  • Communicate respectfully with residents and housing staff
  • Follow property access, safety, and documentation procedures

What We Are Looking For

  • Professional property, apartment, residential, or building maintenance experience
  • Reliable personal vehicle
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Personal set of maintenance tools
  • Ability to perform repairs across several basic trades
  • Section 8, affordable housing, or public housing experience is a plus
  • Ability to work independently and organize daily assignments
  • Professional judgment when entering and working in occupied homes

Why This Position Stands Out

  • Complete varied repairs across multiple residential properties
  • Work independently throughout the day
  • Use practical trade skills to improve housing conditions
  • Build valuable affordable housing and inspection-related experience

Benefits Available Through Express Employment Professionals

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Apply today if you have your own vehicle and tools and are ready to bring dependable maintenance support to residential housing properties.

Champaign, IL
2513
1001 North Mattis Avenue
Champaign, IL 61821

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