# Plumbing Tech

> HOATalent · Chicago, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-04

**Salary:** USD 80,000–100,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Yellow Jacket Maintenance

## Description

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### **HOA Talent is hiring on behalf of Yellow Jack Maintenance Services**

### About 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 You’ll 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 driver’s license and reliable transportation
-   Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly (75–100 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 doctor’s note, depending on the nature of the accommodation and on a case-by-case basis.

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