Maintenance Technician

Halverson & Blaiser Group•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Halverson and Blaiser Group, Ltd., we are dedicated to excellence in property management. With over 30 years of expertise in the Twin Cities market, we specialize in managing and developing residential and commercial properties. Our portfolio includes over 5,000 units of multi-family housing and more than 500,000 square feet of commercial space. Our mission is to manage real estate investments with expertise and dedication, helping clients achieve their goals while enhancing our communities. With deep roots in the Twin Cities, we deliver results through a service-oriented philosophy centered on people, accountability, and trust. Core Values: AIR - Driven by A ccountability , I nvested in People , Built on R eputation JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to support the Community Manager to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned portfolio by delivering an effective and efficient customer service response program for residents' maintenance needs; providing ongoing general maintenance repairs and implementing a preventive maintenance program to safeguard the asset's physical structure and fixtures.

Requirements

Basic knowledge in all building repair trades, purchasing procedures and practices, work safety requirements, and repair procedures.
Ability to keep accurate and detailed records.
Basic knowledge in electrical, plumbing, minor construction and preventive maintenance work.
Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures.
Ability to set priorities.
Ability to perform the following: Minor repairs to building appliances and fixtures Repair and change locks Replace floor tile Clear clogged drains Repair or replace plumbing fixtures Patch holes in walls Clean unit interiors Perform miscellaneous carpentry repairs Perform minor masonry duties Interior and exterior painting
Education - Reading and computational literacy at high school level or above.
Experience - Demonstrated ability to perform building maintenance or experience in a related building trade field consisting of repairs, carpentry, minor electrical, minor plumbing, painting, refurbishing, cleaning, heating, and maintenance administration.
Licensure/Certifications - Valid Class C Minnesota Driver's License and automobile insurance; Class C Boiler's License
Other - Ability to interact with residents, contractors, vendors, owners and company employees and handle complaints with reasonable discretion. Flexibility.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs according to requests received from residents in a timely and satisfactory manner
Perform all preventative maintenance requirements as determined by Community Manager
Monitor and maintain plumbing, heating, and electrical system
Maintain security and lock systems throughout the building
Maintain boiler rooms, storage rooms and work areas in a neat, safe, and secure condition
Assist Community Manager with monthly property inspections and keep proper records of same
Report hazardous or emergency conditions to the Community Manager
Report extensive repair and maintenance needs to the Community Manager
Perform janitorial, painting, and repairs to vacant units in a timely and satisfactory manner, enabling Community Manager to rent units in a minimum of time
Assist Community Manager in performing move-in and move-out inspections
Assist Community Manager in performing progress inspections of on-site work performed by outside contractors
Assist Community Manager with quarterly inspection of units (smoke detector/plumbing)
Inspect grounds, common areas, and structures for preventative and safety measures
Order and pick up maintenance and janitorial supplies and materials as directed by the Community Manager
Share emergency/on-call duties for immediate repairs and for the safety of the residents
Deliver completed work orders to Community Manager in a mutually acceptable manner
Maintain boiler log
Update Preventive Maintenance Chart and maintain preventative maintenance logs
Perform inventories annually and when there is a staff change on tools, equipment, supplies, and keys; inventories are to include name of manufacturer, model number, and serial number
Assist in moving furniture in case of skips
Pick up debris from grounds and/or perform landscaping duties not performed by outside contractor
Shovel walks and keep walkways safe
Maintain parking lots by sweeping and striping
Perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Community Manager