Facilities Technician - Nights / St. Paul MN

Marsden Services•Saint Paul, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Marsden Services is hiring a Property Maintenance Technician Level III to maintain properties in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area. The technician performs equipment installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance to keep properties and grounds in line with company standards and applicable laws. The role includes completing and prioritizing work orders, preparing vacant units, working with vendors and fellow technicians, maintaining tools and supplies, and providing scheduled on-call emergency maintenance. A company vehicle is available. The position is full-time, scheduled Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; work outside those hours, including weekends, may sometimes be required. The position requires physical work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including frequent movement around buildings and properties. The technician must communicate professionally with residents, vendors, coworkers, and the public, support the training of new maintenance technicians, attend relevant training, keep required certifications current, and follow company and customer safety programs.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Two-year technical degree or equivalent work experience.
Four years of multi-family or commercial building maintenance experience, or equivalent experience.
Intermediate computer skills, including sending and receiving email, entering hours in an internet-based system, and accessing and entering data in Microsoft Office products, including Excel.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including frequent kneeling, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and moving throughout the day.
Ability to regularly lift more than 20 pounds and frequently lift up to 80 pounds with assistance.
Ability to navigate properties and buildings, including climbing stairs and walking hallways and common areas.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Good interpersonal skills and the 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 and to collaborate in a team environment.
Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
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 bit set; wire stripper; torpedo level; inspection mirror; cordless drill; tape measure; GFI receptacle tester; handheld infrared/laser thermometer; and basic multimeter.
Work may involve heights, ladders, uneven walking surfaces, stairs, confined spaces, dust, gas fumes from power equipment, noise, external weather, drafts, interior temperature changes, and handling supplies and tools with sharp edges.

Nice To Haves

Boiler license; all license levels are accepted and preferred.
Additional certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and property systems.
Schedule and prioritize work orders and ensure their timely completion, within 48 hours.
Complete basic repairs involving HVAC, electrical work, carpentry, fixtures, plumbing, appliances, and windows.
Assist with prioritizing work orders and monitoring maintenance of buildings and equipment.
Perform assigned site-level preventative maintenance inspections and duties.
Prepare vacant units as assigned.
Work collaboratively with vendor teams on maintenance projects.
Coordinate with peers to maintain adequate inventory of hand tools, parts, and supplies and keep a complete workshop area.
Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional manner with residents, vendors, fellow 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 ensure required certifications remain current.
Comply with company and customer safety program requirements and promote workplace safety.