Maintenance Technician

Shelter Corporation; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelter Corporation in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for proactively maintaining and repairing all areas of the apartment community. This role includes completing maintenance requests, maintaining exterior grounds, assisting the Maintenance Supervisor, and ensuring timely preparation of vacant units for new residents. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 2+ years of apartment maintenance experience, and strong problem-solving and customer service skills. This full-time position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in all phases of building maintenance including appliance repair, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.
• 2+ years apartment maintenance experience preferred.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance requests in a timely manner, including building repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain exterior grounds and common areas.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in prioritizing work orders and scheduling maintenance.

Skills

Excellent time management skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary & Primary Responsibilities:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for proactively maintaining and repairing all areas of the apartment community with a strong emphasis on customer service. This position has accountability for ensuring all needed repairs are completed in an efficient, timely, and thorough manner, performing preventative maintenance, and providing excellent customer service. In addition, this position is responsible for the following:

• Complete maintenance requests in a timely manner, including the hands‑on work of all building repairs, preventative maintenance, and general upkeep of the asset
• Maintain exterior grounds, including picking up trash and keeping common areas neat, sweeping sidewalks and curbs, watering trees, shrubs and flowerbeds, and snow removal and salting/sanding walkways
• Assist Real Estate Manager or Maintenance Supervisor in prioritizing all work orders
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in scheduling all maintenance for buildings and building equipment
• Aid Maintenance Supervisor in organizing all contract vendors bids for special contracts or extensive maintenance
• Ensure timely and thorough completion of preparing vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, carpet shampooing, and repairs
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining sufficient maintenance supplies
• Perform emergency repairs after hours according to the On‑call Maintenance Schedule
• Report any and all maintenance and safety concerns to Real Estate Manager in a timely manner
• Utilize technology to track work performed, including records of any follow‑up or additional resources needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in all phases of building maintenance including but not limited to appliance repair, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and preventative maintenance
• 2+ years apartment maintenance experience preferred
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent time management skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and problem solving skills
• Ability to self‑direct as well as work effectively on a team
• Willingness to obtain new skills in multiple maintenance areas
• Ability to effectively use and learn technology platforms
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills