Residential Maintenance Technician

Heritage Senior Living•Greenfield, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

MSP Real Estate is seeking a dependable, hands-on Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day operation, safety, comfort, and appearance of a residential property. The position performs preventative maintenance and repairs, responds to resident and team service requests, and helps ensure that buildings and equipment operate safely and efficiently. The technician also supports apartment turnovers, inspections, documentation, inventory, vehicle upkeep, and staff training. The role includes participation in an on-call rotation and may involve occasional extended hours to meet the property’s operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is listed as a preferred qualification.
At least one year of maintenance experience is preferred, particularly in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, appliances, or general building maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and maintenance instructions.
Experience safely operating hand tools, power tools, electrical meters, and other maintenance equipment.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to unexpected maintenance needs.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Willingness to participate in an on-call maintenance rotation.
Ability to perform essential position functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, regularly lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, safely operating maintenance tools and equipment, and visually inspecting equipment, work areas, written materials, monitors, and building conditions.
Ability to work a schedule that meets property operational needs, including occasional extended hours and on-call coverage.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of applicable fire, life-safety, and building codes is preferred.
Property management, multifamily housing, senior housing, or similar building maintenance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and preventative maintenance throughout the property, including buildings, equipment, and grounds.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and replace equipment and building components.
Perform general repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, appliances, and other building systems.
Monitor HVAC systems to help maintain comfortable temperatures and proper air quality.
Monitor plumbing and domestic hot water systems and make adjustments or repairs as needed.
Coordinate and assist with required inspections of fire protection, security, plumbing, and other building systems.
Help ensure building systems and maintenance practices comply with applicable state and federal requirements and codes.
Respond promptly and professionally to maintenance requests from residents and team members.
Complete work orders and maintain accurate documentation of repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance, and system checks.
Prepare apartments for new residents, including repairs, painting and touch-ups, furniture movement, and other turnover work.
Maintain clean, safe, and orderly maintenance areas, common areas, and property grounds.
Maintain appropriate inventories of maintenance, emergency, and disaster-related supplies.
Assist with upkeep of company and community vehicles, including fueling, cleaning, and monitoring registration and maintenance needs.
Assist management with staff training related to building systems, fire safety, and emergency procedures.
Participate in an on-call maintenance rotation and respond to emergency maintenance needs when required.
Assist with additional property and maintenance responsibilities as needed.