Maintenance Technician - Travel within Twin Cities

Bigos Management•Golden Valley, MN

16h•$26 - $32

About The Position

The Roving Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of related duties including equipment installation troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance in order to ensure the property and grounds are meeting the company’s established standards and any applicable laws. The Roving Maintenance Technician will partner with the Property Manager and Zone Building Engineer for the properties they are assigned to at any given time. They will work directly with the Property Manager to ensure that all vacated apartments are made “rent-ready”, work orders are completed as quickly as possible, and that all common repairs (such as touch-up painting and fixture replacement, etc.) are identified and fixed quickly. Incumbent will be required to have a Pool Operator’s certification, Type II EPA Certification, and Special Class boilers license. Supports our employee-first culture and exemplifies our core values of relationships, development, quality, and responsibility. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician in a residential apartment setting
AA degree or certification in mechanical, HVAC, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred
Knowledge and on-the-job experience in the areas of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, appliance repair, building key systems, lawn irrigation systems, and pool and sauna operations
Requires a Certified Pool Operators License, Special Boiler’s License, and Type II EPA Refrigerant Certification (within 6 months of hire)
Must have reliable transportation, valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance as travel between sites is required
Fluent in English and skilled in oral and written communication
Ability to use tact and diplomacy in a clear, courteous manner when dealing with staff, residents, and the public
Decision-making, problem solving, and time management skills
Ability to build authentic relationships, including maintaining trust, effectively listening, and demonstrating patience and empathy
Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to diverse work environments
Ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously with little direction
Knowledge of federal Fair Housing laws and any applicable local housing provisions
The ability to respond to emergency calls in a timely manner (30 minutes preferred)

Nice To Haves

AA degree or certification in mechanical, HVAC, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred

Responsibilities

Travel to and work at multiple sites within the Bigos Management property portfolio to provide back-up support for any and all Maintenance Technicians within Bigos Management
Will be responsible for rotating on-call support and will respond to emergency calls within 30 minutes
Monitor and maintain all building systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Boilers, etc.) and perform needed repairs as assigned
Assist the Property Manager in completing unit-to-unit inspections as needed
Perform all site-level preventative maintenance duties assigned by the Zone Building Engineer or Property Manager
Assist the Zone Building Engineer in providing technical training for site Maintenance Technicians
Communicate with Zone Building Engineer and the Maintenance Technician I regarding major site repairs, remodels, and capital projects and work with them directly, when needed
Work collaboratively with vendor teams on identified maintenance projects
Work with the Property Manager and peer group to maintain an adequate inventory of hand tools, parts, and supplies in order to maintain a complete workshop area
Responsible for alerting the Property Manager to any unusual circumstances or high priority issues that need immediate attention
Interact in a positive manner with staff, residents, vendors, contractors, and the community
Comply with all safety program requirements and work to promote safety in the workplace
Make sure all activities at the sites remain compliant with all local, state, federal and Fair Housing laws
Attend relevant training courses, including ensuring all required certifications are current
Prepare and submit summary report at the end of each property assignment
Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Benefits

Competitive benefit package, including HSA employer contribution, starting 1st of the month after hire
Monthly mileage reimbursement
Eligible for Monthly Renewal Bonuses
401(k) Plan with employer match
Nine paid holidays, no waiting period to receive holiday pay
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and rollover options
Volunteer Time Off (VTO), along with additional company sponsored volunteer opportunities
Company paid benefits including Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Educational Assistance options
Rent discount
Life Time Fitness Membership discount