Maintenance Technician

SustainableHR; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay $25–$28/hr

Full-time employment

Wide maintenance skill set

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

SustainableHR in Beloit, WI seeks a dependable Maintenance Technician to join a residential property management team. You’ll perform general maintenance, respond to resident requests, and help keep units, buildings, and common areas safe and functional.

The ideal candidate has hands-on residential maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to high-quality service. On-call rotations evenings and weekends may be required to address emergencies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of residential/apartment maintenance experience.
• Experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, drywall.
• Experience handling apartment turnovers and work orders preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with residents and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting and drywall.
• Complete apartment turnovers and ensure units are ready for new residents.
• Respond promptly to resident maintenance requests and document work.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep systems functioning efficiently.
• Participate in on-call rotations for evenings and weekends as needed.
• Maintain records of work orders, inspections and maintenance activities.

Skills

Residential maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Beloit, WI
Pay: $25–$28 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Full-Time | Occasional On-Call Nights & Weekends

Position Overview

Our client, an established property management company in Beloit, WI, is seeking a dependable and skilled Maintenance Technician to join their team. This individual will be responsible for maintaining a residential apartment community, ensuring units, buildings, and common areas remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in residential maintenance, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a commitment to providing excellent service to residents. Experience working with affordable housing or tax credit properties is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, drywall, and other residential maintenance tasks.
• Complete apartment turnovers, ensuring vacant units are clean, functional, and ready for new residents.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Conduct routine inspections of apartment buildings, common areas, equipment, and grounds to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep property systems and equipment operating efficiently.
• Complete painting, drywall patching, minor repairs, and other improvements as needed.
• Maintain the property's exterior, including grounds cleanup, sweeping, general cleaning, and light landscaping.
• Communicate with the Maintenance Supervisor regarding major repairs, equipment replacements, and outside contractor needs.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work orders, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Participate in occasional evening and weekend on-call rotations to address emergency maintenance needs.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, OSHA regulations, Fair Housing guidelines, and company policies.
• Attend required training sessions and team meetings to stay current on maintenance procedures and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in residential, apartment, facilities, or general building maintenance.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, painting, drywall, and general property repairs.
• Experience completing apartment turnovers and responding to resident work orders preferred.
• Valid driver's license, reliable work vehicle, and current vehicle insurance required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs independently.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively with residents, vendors, and team members.
• Willingness to participate in occasional night and weekend on-call rotations.
• Ability to perform physical maintenance duties, including lifting up to 80–100 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods, and performing hands-on repairs.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of $25–$28, based on experience.
• Full-time employment with an established property management organization.
• Opportunity to utilize a wide range of maintenance and technical skills.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities to expand maintenance knowledge and experience.