HVAC & Multifamily Maintenance Technician (On-Call)

Peterson Properties, Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits for full-time

401k with employer match

Paid vacation time, sick time, and pay

Paid holidays

Job summary

Peterson Properties, Inc. is hiring a full-time apartment maintenance technician to join our team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with troubleshooting, installing, and repairing HVAC units in a residential setting and takes pride in safe, clean, well‑maintained communities. You will work in occupied and vacant units handling electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and appliance repairs, assist with unit make-readies, and support grounds maintenance.

Qualifications

• Several years of verifiable maintenance experience in multi-family housing.
• EPA certification is required.
• CPO certification is preferred but not required.
• Must have own basic tools including a smartphone or iPad.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb stairs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work an on-call rotation and pass background/drug screening.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance in occupied and vacant units including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections and address maintenance needs proactively.
• Complete work orders promptly while delivering good customer service.
• Carry out general building maintenance such as appliance repair, carpentry, painting and landscaping.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools, machines, and equipment.
• Maintain safe work areas and comply with safety regulations.
• Assist with unit make-readies and grounds maintenance (pools and snow removal).
• Handle other related tasks at Peterson-owned properties.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Customer service

Time management

Tools

Basic tools

Smartphone or iPad

Job description

Peterson Properties, Inc. is hiring a full-time apartment maintenance technician to join our team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with troubleshooting, installing, and repairing HVAC units in a residential setting and takes pride in safe, clean, well‑maintained communities. You will work in occupied and vacant units handling electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and appliance repairs, assist with unit make-readies, and support grounds maintenance.