APARTMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Bear Property Management • Milwaukee, WI

11h

About The Position

Bear Real Estate Group [https://bearreg.com/] is looking for a reliable and skilled Maintenance Technician to support our stunning properties 700 Lofts [https://www.700loftsmilwaukee.com/] located in Milwaukee and Layton Square Apartments [https://www.laytonsquareapts.com/] located in Cudahy. You will work amongst a team of professionals within a breathtaking community with premium amenities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical coursework or certification preferred.
• 0–2 years of general maintenance or trade experience.
• Ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, appliance, HVAC, and painting tasks.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow guidance from senior maintenance staff.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools required to perform job duties.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic routine maintenance including painting, minor plumbing and electrical work, basic appliance repairs, and minor HVAC tasks.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including cleaning, touch-ups, repairing fixtures, and ensuring all appliances are in working order.
• Complete resident service requests promptly and professionally.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance such as filter changes, exterior upkeep, and common area repairs.
• Assist with completing unit inspections, documenting any deficiencies, and reporting any findings to the property manager.
• Maintain property grounds, curb appeal, and overall cleanliness of community spaces.
• Participate in collecting bids for repairs or projects under the direction of the Property Manager.
• Record work order completion and unit readiness status.
• Maintain logs for inspections and preventative maintenance tasks including but not limited to snow removal logs, light inspections, elevator inspections, pool logs, lift station logs, fire systems, etc.
• Report deficiencies, damages, and supply needs to the Property Manager.
• Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation for after-hours maintenance requests.
• Travel to nearby communities as assigned.
• Interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
• Support senior maintenance staff and assist at other properties as needed.

Benefits

• Invest in Your Future: 401(k) with company match, plus annual merit-based increases
• Prioritize Your Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Long-Term Disability, and FSA and HSA options.
• Recharge and Renew: Generous paid time off and 8+ paid holidays.
• Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.
• Keep Growing: Ongoing education, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across all departments.
• Celebrate Together: Annual employee appreciation events, team outings, and company-wide recognition programs.
• Make an Impact: Contribute to meaningful projects that shape neighborhoods and improve lives.
• Be Rewarded: Eligible for performance-based bonuses and commissions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED