Maintenance Technician I
About The Position
Bear Real Estate Group is seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Technician I to support VMC Lofts, an exceptional property located in Kenosha, Wisconsin. This entry-level role is responsible for performing routine maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the upkeep, safety, and appearance of assigned multi-housing communities. The focus is on basic repairs, vacant unit preparation, and resident service requests. The Technician I works under the guidance of a Maintenance Technician II or Property Manager, gaining experience and developing skills for more advanced maintenance responsibilities.
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
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual merit-based increases
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA and HSA options
- Generous paid time off
- 8+ paid holidays
- Short Term Disability
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- Ongoing education, leadership training, and advancement opportunities
- Annual employee appreciation events, team outings, and company-wide recognition programs
- Eligible for performance-based bonuses and commissions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
