We are currently searching for a Grounds/Custodial Technician and General Laborer to join our awesome Champaign-Urbana Region Maintenance Team here at Fairlawn! The ideal candidate will embody Fairlawn’s core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve.

What will you do?

• Exemplify core values: Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It, and Always Improve
• Complete assigned resident and manager requested work orders
• Maintain good rapport with current and prospective residents
• Maintain the grounds and building common areas to ensure a beautiful representation of the Fairlawn properties
• Support maintenance department with basic and preventative maintenance and hauling tasks as needed
• Inspect units at various stages including pre-moveout, vacant, occupied, and final move-in
• Move and arrange furniture and appliances for various apartment complexes
• Perform custodial duties such as sanitizing, vacuuming, mopping, and sweeping to ensure a clean living environment
• Clean properties to ensure appropriate curb appeal (e.g., dumpster area, property trash, exterior of property)
• Ensure compliance with all Fair Housing Laws, including local, state, and federal housing regulations (training provided)
• Follow all OSHA safety standards, including lifting and back safety
• Maintain a professional demeanor, appearance, and communication in all situations, especially when residents are present
• Handle work orders independently or with a team, ensuring effective communication
• Familiarity with technology and ability to navigate multiple apps
• Adaptability to pivot, roll up sleeves, and jump in where needed

Why should you work here?

• Competitive Pay. We are ready to invest in you!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Starting on First Day of Employment - to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall well-being
• Employee-sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.S.A. Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps and ensure that all your medical needs are met
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed
• Monthly company events to promote team cohesion
• Wellness Days to focus on being your best self. We want you to have time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you
• The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact
• Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issue solve and ensure you are set up for success. Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career

Who you are – We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have at least 1 year of general labor experience or in a physical position working with hands
• Have a valid driver’s license with at least 2 years of driving history
• Are proficient with relevant technology (e.g. Microsoft Office, AppFolio, Outlook) and can easily adapt to changing technology
• Demonstrate superior attention to detail, high energy, and a positive attitude
• Have the ability to work independently and to work closely with other team members
• Have excellent verbal communication skills
• Embody our core values: Be Kind, Own It, Be Flexible, and Always Improve

Some additional things you will need:

• Availability to work longer hours and weekends during prime leasing season and turnover (specific dates vary from year to year)
• Must be able to perform the physical functions of the position, including but not limited to ability to walk properties, ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis and remain on their feet for extended periods

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a strong alignment with the requirements listed above. While meeting all qualifications is preferred, we understand that exceptional candidates may bring comparable experience and skills to the table including prior experience at Fairlawn Real Estate. We value diversity of thought and experience, and we are committed to considering all applicants [internal and external] and to identifying and selecting the most qualified applicant for the role.

Fairlawn Real Estate is a fast-growing real estate firm managing approximately 5,000 units throughout Central Illinois and Indianapolis. Our company uses the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to run and help grow our business – the tools from EOS contribute to finding the right people and putting them in the right roles, effectively solving issues as they arise, and building a culture of accountability. In short, it gets everyone on the same page and working toward the same goals. If you have an ownership mindset and take pride in all the details, joining our team may be perfect for you!

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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