Maintenance Technician

Halverson and Blaiser Group, Ltd.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in real estate management seeks a Maintenance Technician to assist the Community Manager in maintaining properties. Responsibilities include repairs, preventative maintenance, and ensuring safety and professionalism in resident services while maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building trades and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform building maintenance.
• Experience in carpentry, minor electrical, and plumbing.
• Flexibility and interaction skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs according to resident requests promptly.
• Conduct preventative maintenance as determined by the Community Manager.
• Assist in property inspections and report hazardous conditions.

Skills

Basic knowledge in all building repair trades

Ability to keep accurate and detailed records

Basic knowledge in electrical work

Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures

Ability to set priorities

Education

High school level reading and computational literacy

Tools

Class C Boiler's License

Valid Class C Minnesota Driver's License

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD. is a diversified Real Estate Investment, Development and Management Group.


Established in 1992, HBG recently celebrated its 30th Anniversary!

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Description

At Halverson and Blaiser Group, Ltd., we are dedicated to excellence in property management. With over 30 years of expertise in the Twin Cities market, we specialize in managing and developing residential and commercial properties. Our portfolio includes over 5,000 units of multi-family housing and more than 500,000 square feet of commercial space.

Our mission is to manage real estate investments with expertise and dedication, helping clients achieve their goals while enhancing our communities. With deep roots in the Twin Cities, we deliver results through a service-oriented philosophy centered on people, accountability, and trust.

Core Values:

AIR - Driven by Accountability, Investedin People, Built on Reputation

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Community Manager to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned portfolio by delivering an effective and efficient customer service response program for residents' maintenance needs; providing ongoing general maintenance repairs and implementing a preventive maintenance program to safeguard the asset's physical structure and fixtures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintenance Duties

• Perform repairs according to requests received from residents in a timely and satisfactory manner
• Perform all preventative maintenance requirements as determined by Community Manager
• Monitor and maintain plumbing, heating, and electrical system
• Maintain security and lock systems throughout the building
• Maintain boiler rooms, storage rooms and work areas in a neat, safe, and secure condition
• Assist Community Manager with monthly property inspections and keep proper records of same
• Report hazardous or emergency conditions to the Community Manager
• Report extensive repair and maintenance needs to the Community Manager
• Perform janitorial, painting, and repairs to vacant units in a timely and satisfactory manner, enabling Community Manager to rent units in a minimum of time
• Assist Community Manager in performing move-in and move-out inspections
• Assist Community Manager in performing progress inspections of on-site work performed by outside contractors
• Assist Community Manager with quarterly inspection of units (smoke detector/plumbing)
• Inspect grounds, common areas, and structures for preventative and safety measures
• Order and pick up maintenance and janitorial supplies and materials as directed by the Community Manager
• Share emergency/on-call duties for immediate repairs and for the safety of the residents

Record Keeping

• Deliver completed work orders to Community Manager in a mutually acceptable manner
• Maintain boiler log
• Update Preventive Maintenance Chart and maintain preventative maintenance logs
• Perform inventories annually and when there is a staff change on tools, equipment, supplies, and keys; inventories are to include name of manufacturer, model number, and serial number

Other

• Assist in moving furniture in case of skips
• Pick up debris from grounds and/or perform landscaping duties not performed by outside contractor
• Shovel walks and keep walkways safe
• Maintain parking lots by sweeping and striping
• Perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Community Manager

ENVIRONMENT:

• Physical requirements:Ability to lift moderately heavy objects, climb ladders, perform duties requiring extensive maneuverability and normal strength.
• Work Environment: Work is performed in interior and exterior structure and common areas.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Basic knowledge in all building repair trades, purchasing procedures and practices, work safety requirements, and repair procedures.
• Ability to keep accurate and detailed records.
• Basic knowledge in electrical, plumbing, minor construction and preventive maintenance work.
• Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Ability to perform the following:
  • Minor repairs to building appliances and fixtures
  • Repair and change locks
  • Replace floor tile
  • Clear clogged drains
  • Repair or replace plumbing fixtures
  • Patch holes in walls
  • Clean unit interiors
  • Perform miscellaneous carpentry repairs
  • Perform minor masonry duties
  • Interior and exterior painting

QUALIFICATIONS -- MINIMUM REQUIRED:

• Education - Reading and computational literacy at high school level or above.
• Experience- Demonstrated ability to perform building maintenance or experience in a related building trade field consisting of repairs, carpentry, minor electrical, minor plumbing, painting, refurbishing, cleaning, heating, and maintenance administration.
• Licensure/Certifications - Valid Class C Minnesota Driver's License and automobile insurance; Class C Boiler's License
• Other - Ability to interact with residents, contractors, vendors, owners and company employees and handle complaints with reasonable discretion. Flexibility.

ADDITIONAL RESPONISBILITIES:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

DISCLAIMER:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Hiring Manager(s) David Hanson

Location Century Oaks

Position Maintenance Technician

Position Requirements

Shift Various Shifts

Rate of Pay $23-$26 an hour depending on experience

This position is currently accepting applications.