Property Maintenance Technician

Fellowship Recovery•Saint Louis Park, MN

9d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Fellowship Recovery, LLC is seeking an experienced, dependable, hands-on Property Maintenance Technician to maintain residential sober living homes and office facilities in Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, and surrounding areas. The position performs a wide variety of repairs, preventive maintenance, and improvement projects, troubleshooting building issues and ensuring properties remain safe, functional, clean, and well-maintained. The role requires working independently while coordinating priorities and projects with the Director of Facilities Operations. It includes occasional hands-on technical guidance for other maintenance personnel but no formal supervisory responsibilities. The technician must recognize when work requires permits, inspections, or licensed contractors and ensure maintenance is completed in accordance with applicable safety standards, building requirements, and licensing regulations. This is a full-time, onsite position with a standard 40-hour workweek, generally Monday through Friday from approximately 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Regular travel between assigned properties is required. Occasional schedule adjustments may be needed for urgent maintenance. The work involves physical maintenance activities, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, using hand and power tools, and safely lifting or moving materials and equipment, generally up to 75 pounds with assistance or equipment when needed. Reasonable accommodations are available as required by applicable law. The annual salary is $65,000–$75,000, depending on relevant experience, technical skills, and qualifications. Eligible full-time employees receive a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, Earned Sick and Safe Time, a 401(k) retirement plan, and additional applicable company-sponsored benefits. Professionalism, discretion, respectful communication, and appropriate boundaries are essential when working in occupied properties serving people in recovery.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 4 years of hands-on experience in residential property maintenance, commercial building maintenance, construction, or a related field.
Practical skills in general carpentry, plumbing fixtures, drywall repair, painting, flooring, appliance troubleshooting, and routine building maintenance.
Ability to independently diagnose maintenance problems and complete quality repairs without constant supervision.
Familiarity with building codes, property safety standards, and basic permitting requirements.
Ability to recognize when repairs require a licensed contractor or specialized professional.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple maintenance requests and projects.
Dependability, punctuality, and ability to meet established project deadlines.
Effective communication skills and a professional approach to working in occupied residential environments.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between assigned properties.
Ability to meet applicable Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background study requirements.
Ability to perform physical maintenance work involving standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, using hand and power tools, and safely lifting or moving materials and equipment, generally up to 75 pounds with appropriate assistance or equipment when needed.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience maintaining multiple residential rental properties, multifamily housing, or commercial facilities.
Experience with residential remodeling, property renovations, or rehabilitation projects.
Relevant trade certifications, contractor licensing, or specialized maintenance training.
Experience coordinating municipal permits, building inspections, and licensed contractors.
Familiarity with HVAC troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
Experience providing technical guidance or hands-on training to other maintenance workers.
Previous experience in sober living, supportive housing, behavioral health, or similar residential environments.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs across multiple residential sober living homes and office facilities.
Troubleshoot and repair plumbing fixtures, appliances, doors, locks, windows, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, and other building components.
Complete carpentry, painting, patching, minor renovations, and general property improvement projects.
Identify and troubleshoot basic HVAC, electrical, and plumbing concerns within applicable licensing requirements.
Prioritize maintenance requests according to urgency, safety, and operational needs, and complete repairs and projects efficiently and to established quality standards.
Conduct routine property inspections to identify repairs, maintenance concerns, and potential safety hazards.
Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, fixtures, equipment, and appliances, identifying issues before they become larger repairs.
Assist with preparing and maintaining residential properties during occupancy changes, renovations, and organizational expansion.
Help keep properties clean, safe, functional, and properly maintained.
Recognize when projects require permits, municipal inspections, or licensed professionals; assist with coordinating permits, inspections, and contractor services.
Communicate with outside plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, and other specialized contractors when appropriate.
Ensure maintenance work complies with applicable safety standards, building requirements, and licensing regulations.
Provide hands-on assistance and technical guidance to less experienced maintenance personnel.
Coordinate maintenance priorities and projects with the Director of Facilities Operations.
Maintain accurate records of completed repairs, materials used, and outstanding maintenance needs.
Communicate project updates, anticipated completion timelines, and unexpected delays.
Demonstrate follow-through, accountability, and attention to detail, and interact professionally with residents, clients, employees, and outside service providers.