Plumber

Position SummaryHispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) is seeking an experienced Licensed Plumber professional for its CHA portfolio in Chicago, IL. This position is responsible for performing plumbing repairs, installations, inspections, and preventive maintenance in occupied and make-ready residential units while ensuring systems remain safe, code-compliant, and fully operational. The plumber must be customer-service focused and expected to follow HHDC safety policies and Davis-Bacon labor standards while supporting emergency responses and property maintenance needs.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Include The Following.Diagnoses and repairs plumbing systems including leaks, clogged drains, piping, valves, fixtures, and water supply systemsInstalls and replaces toilets, sinks, faucets, shutoff valves, water heaters, and related plumbing componentsPerforms preventive plumbing inspections in occupied and make-ready unitsResponds to plumbing service requests and emergency calls as assignedEnsures compliance with Illinois plumbing code and HUD/CHA property standardsCoordinates plumbing work with maintenance supervisors and property management teamsDocuments completed work orders, materials used, and repair outcomesSupports unit turnovers by completing required plumbing repairs prior to occupancyMaintains safe handling and transport of plumbing tools and equipmentAssists on other HHDC properties as neededPerforms other duties as assignedNonessential Job FunctionsIs familiar with water shutoffs, building risers, clean-outs, and safety response systemsAttends staff meetings as requiredAssists with special maintenance-related property needs when necessaryWORKING ENVIRONMENTThe plumber performs work in residential apartment settings including basements, mechanical rooms, occupied units, vacant units, rooftops, crawlspaces, and exterior areas, and must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varied weather and environmental conditions while interacting professionally with residents.CompensationDavis-Bacon Wages Apply.PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly; safely operate plumbing tools and equipment; and maintain reliable attendance including occasional evenings or weekends as required.Minimum Qualifications (plumbing)Valid Illinois Plumbing License (required)Experience performing residential or multi-unit building plumbing maintenance and repairsKnowledge of Illinois plumbing code and safety compliance standardsExperience working in occupied affordable housing or public housing environments preferredAbility to troubleshoot water supply, drainage, and fixture systems independentlyProvide own hand tools appropriate for licensed plumbing workValid driver’s license, vehicle, insurance, and safe driving record requiredAbility to travel between multiple HHDC propertiesStrong customer service and communication skillsBilingual English/Spanish preferred depending on resident needsMust comply with Davis-Bacon wage reporting requirements where applicable