Facility Maintenance Technician

Waabooz Advanced Irrigation LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Little River Real Estate Management, LLC is seeking a skilled Facility Maintenance Technician to join our team. This role covers maintenance across commercial facilities, residential properties, and offices, with opportunities to work on plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, and HVAC tasks.

You will diagnose issues, complete repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate with tenants and vendors to keep properties safe and functional.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities/building maintenance or related trades.
• Ability to diagnose maintenance issues and complete repairs independently.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and manuals.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on commercial buildings, residential properties, and related facilities.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing systems, including fixtures and water heaters.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs (lighting, switches, outlets, breakers).
• Repair, install, and finish drywall (patching, texturing, painting).
• Carry out carpentry work (framing, trim, doors/windows, cabinetry) and basic HVAC tasks.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

Drywall

Carpentry

HVAC

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school training / vocational certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lifts

Job description

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Facility Maintenance Technician

Full Time Manual Labor Manistee, MI, US

Join a Team That Keeps Businesses, Properties, and Communities Running

At Little River Real Estate Management, LLC, we don't just maintain buildings. We maintain the places where people live, work, dine, and do business. Our portfolio includes commercial facilities, restaurants, offices, residential properties, and other business assets throughout the region. We're committed to quality workmanship, proactive maintenance, and continuous improvement while living our values of love, wisdom, respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth. We're looking for a skilled, dependable, and motivated Facility Maintenance Technician who takes pride in solving problems, working with their hands, and seeing the results of their work every day. If you enjoy variety, independence, and opportunities to learn and grow across multiple skilled trades, this may be the ideal next step in your career.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Every day is different. One day you may be troubleshooting an electrical issue in a commercial facility. The next, you could be renovating a residential property, repairing plumbing systems, assisting with HVAC maintenance, or completing a project that improves one of our restaurants or office locations. This role offers the opportunity to develop broad expertise across multiple trades while working on a diverse portfolio of properties and facilities. Whether you already have maintenance experience or are a skilled trades professional seeking long‑term stability and career growth, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills and make a visible impact.

What You’ll Do

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on commercial buildings, residential properties, offices, restaurants, and related facilities.

Diagnose and repair plumbing systems and fixtures, including faucets, toilets, sinks, drains, water heaters, and related components.

Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs, including lighting systems, switches, outlets, breakers, and associated equipment.

Repair, install, and finish drywall, including patching, texturing, sanding, and painting.

Perform carpentry work including framing, trim installation, door and window repairs, cabinetry repairs, shelving, and general construction projects.

Perform basic HVAC maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, including heat, air conditioning, controls, and associated equipment.

Complete facility upgrades, renovations, remodeling projects, and tenant improvements as assigned.

Perform painting, staining, caulking, sealing, flooring repairs, and other finish work.

Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and identify repair needs before failures occur.

Respond to maintenance requests, work orders, and emergency repair situations in a timely manner.

Operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, company vehicles, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively. Drive to customer, vendor, or supplier locations.

Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

Accurately document completed work, material usage, and maintenance activities.

Identify and report facility deficiencies, safety concerns, and equipment failure.

Follow all safety guidelines, maintenance procedures, and operational standards.

Represent the company professionally while working at company‑owned and customer‑facing properties

Report to work on time, prepared, and in appropriate work attire.

Perform all duties onsite and work assigned schedules, including occasional overtime and emergency response situations.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Necessary Qualifications

Previous experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, construction, or related skilled trades.

Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, drywall, carpentry, painting, HVAC, and general building repair practices.

Demonstrated ability to diagnose maintenance issues and complete repairs independently.

Experience using hand tools, power tools, lifts, and common maintenance equipment.

Ability to read and interpret work orders, equipment manuals, and basic construction documents.

Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Valid driver's license required.

High school diploma or GED.

Trade school training, vocational certification, or skilled trades experience.

Indian Preference applies in accordance with Ordinance #15-600-02

Hiring Salary Range:Negotiable andCommensurate with Verified Qualifications

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly Background Check: Extensive

Conditions of employment with Little River Holdings includes superior performance in the selection process at the sole discretion of Little River Holdings, including but not limited to all of the following; any pre‑employment interviews, skills testing, credentialing, reference checks and previous work history, passing post‑offer drug tests and background checks, possession of valid required documents such as a Driver’s License throughout employment, being insurable under the Tribal insurance policy, and successfully completing a ninety (90) day introductory period.