Entry Level Maintenance Technician

Bigos Management•Burnsville, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides day-to-day maintenance, cleaning, and groundskeeping support at Bigos Management properties to ensure the property and grounds meet company standards and applicable laws. The technician works with the Property Manager and onsite maintenance team to prepare vacated apartments for rent, complete work orders promptly, and identify and address common-area repairs. Duties may vary by property, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The role is based at Willow Pond and Hidden Valley in Burnsville, Minnesota. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., split between the two sites: Monday and Thursday at Willow Pond; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at Hidden Valley from 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. and Willow Pond from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The hiring pay range is $18.00–$22.00 per hour.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or Maintenance Assistant in a residential apartment setting, or equivalent experience.
Fluent in English, with oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use tact, diplomacy, and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with coworkers and the public.
Decision-making, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with self-direction.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
May need reliable transportation, a valid state driver’s license, and proof of insurance if travel between sites is required.
Able to work in a physically demanding environment, including frequent kneeling, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving throughout the day; regular lifting over 20 pounds and frequent lifting up to 80 pounds with assistance.
Able to navigate the property and building, including climbing stairs and walking hallways and common areas.
Able to work around heights, ladders, uneven surfaces, stairs, confined spaces, dust, power-equipment fumes, noise, weather, drafts, and interior temperature changes; regularly handle supplies and tools with sharp edges.

Nice To Haves

Certified Pool Operators License recommended, where applicable, within six months of hire.
Cordless drill recommended.

Responsibilities

Maintain exterior grounds and interior common areas, including picking up trash, keeping common areas neat, sweeping walks and curbs, watering landscaping, and maintaining dumpsters.
Shovel walkways and sand or salt icy areas during winter.
Walk the property daily to check that resident or tenant rules are followed and that the property is clean, orderly, and in good maintenance condition.
Perform general maintenance and upkeep, including minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, light carpentry, painting, and landscaping.
Assist onsite maintenance with completing open work orders in apartments and common areas and with general property upkeep.
Assist with preparing vacated units in a timely manner, including furniture removal, paint touch-up, cleaning, and repairs.
Work with onsite Maintenance Technicians to maintain adequate inventory of hand tools, parts, and supplies and keep the workshop complete.
Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional manner with residents, vendors, coworkers, and the public.
Comply with safety program requirements and promote workplace safety.
Perform other duties assigned by the Property Manager.

Benefits

Competitive benefit package, including an HSA employer contribution starting the first of the month after hire.
Eligible for monthly renewal bonuses.
401(k) plan with employer match.
Ten paid holidays, with no waiting period to receive holiday pay.
Generous paid time off (PTO) and rollover options.
Volunteer time off (VTO) and additional company-sponsored volunteer opportunities.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Educational assistance options.
Rent discount.
Life Time Fitness membership discount.