Roving Iowa Maintenance Technician - Marshalltown IA

Marsden Services•Marshalltown, IA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Marsden Services, L.L.C. is hiring a Property Maintenance Technician Level II to perform maintenance work at properties in Marshalltown and other locations in Iowa. The regular schedule is 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Marshalltown. The technician must be willing to drive to Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City to provide coverage and close work orders; mileage will be reimbursed. The role involves equipment installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance to help ensure properties and grounds meet company standards and applicable laws. The technician schedules and prioritizes work orders and ensures their timely completion, generally within 48 hours. Duties include basic repairs, preventive maintenance inspections, preparing vacant units, coordinating with vendors, maintaining tools and supplies, providing scheduled on-call emergency maintenance, and helping train new technicians. The technician is expected to attend relevant training, keep required certifications current, and comply with safety requirements. Marsden describes itself as a facility services provider serving businesses across the United States and highlights mentorship and training for trades professionals and its established organization. Marsden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
A two-year technical degree or equivalent work experience.
Four years of multifamily or commercial building maintenance experience, or equivalent experience.
Intermediate computer skills, including email, entering hours in an internet-based system, and using Microsoft Office products, including Excel.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and meet the described mobility and lifting demands.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to use tact, diplomacy, and a clear, courteous manner with coworkers and the public.
Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Decision-making, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with self-direction and collaborate in a team environment.
Must provide own hand tools: hammer; Phillips and slotted screwdrivers; crescent wrench; Channellock pliers; pipe wrench; Allen wrench; utility knife; flashlight; hacksaw; nut driver set; ¼-inch socket set; star bits; wire stripper; torpedo level; inspection mirror; cordless drill; tape measure; GFI receptacle tester; handheld infrared/laser thermometer; and basic multimeter.

Nice To Haves

Boiler licenses of any level are accepted and preferred.
Additional certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Install equipment and troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on properties and grounds.
Schedule and prioritize work orders and ensure they are completed within 48 hours.
Complete basic repairs involving HVAC, electrical work, carpentry, fixtures, plumbing, appliances, and windows.
Assist with prioritizing work orders and monitoring building and equipment maintenance.
Perform assigned site-level preventive maintenance inspections and duties.
Prepare vacant units as assigned.
Work collaboratively with vendor teams on maintenance projects.
Work with peers to maintain adequate inventories of hand tools, parts, and supplies and a complete workshop area.
Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional manner with residents, vendors, employees, and the public.
Provide on-call emergency maintenance services as scheduled.
Assist in training and mentoring new maintenance technicians.
Attend relevant training courses and keep required certifications current.
Comply with company and customer safety program requirements and promote workplace safety.
Travel to Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City to provide coverage and close work orders.