Maintenance Technician - Chapel Valley

Oakbrook Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakbrook Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the Chapel Valley Senior Apartments in Fitchburg, WI. You will perform hands-on maintenance to ensure the comfort, safety, and quality of life for residents, including HVAC, plumbing, and preventive tasks.

The role emphasizes problem solving, reliability, and strong communication with residents. You’ll join a company known for exceptional service, integrity, and growth opportunities in a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade or vocational training preferred.
• Personal hand tools required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and related building systems.
• Complete work orders and turnovers to ready apartments for new residents.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance on common areas, systems, and grounds.
• Support cleanliness, safety standards, and hazard identification.
• Assist with budgets related to repairs, maintenance, and capital improvements.
• Respond promptly to maintenance concerns, emergencies, or safety issues.
• Support nearby properties as needed.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to address urgent maintenance needs.
• Uphold Oakbrook's core values in all interactions.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade or vocational training

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Join Oakbrook Corporation as a Maintenance Technician at Chapel Valley Senior Apartments, a welcoming community in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. In this role, your work has a direct impact on the comfort, safety, and quality of life of our residents. You're not just maintaining apartments-you're helping create a clean, comfortable, and well-maintained community that residents are proud to call home.

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical skills with a friendly, resident-focused approach. If you enjoy problem solving, take pride in your work, and value building positive relationships with residents, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a company known for exceptional service and strong values.

What It's Like to Be a Maintenance Technician

In this role, your days will be hands-on, engaging, and rewarding. You'll complete a variety of maintenance tasks, from HVAC and plumbing repairs to apartment turns and preventative maintenance, while assisting residents and working to ensure the community remains safe, attractive, and well cared for. You'll play an important role in creating a positive living experience for residents and maintaining the high standards Oakbrook is known for.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on HVAC systems, boilers, plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, and related building systems
• Complete work orders and turnovers efficiently to prepare apartments for new residents
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized or large-scale repairs
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance, including inspections of common areas, building systems, and grounds
• Support cleanliness and safety standards, including trash/recycling management and hazard identification
• Assist with maintaining budgets related to repairs, maintenance, and capital improvements
• Respond promptly to maintenance concerns, emergencies, or safety issues
• Support nearby properties, as needed
• Participate in an on-call rotation to address urgent maintenance needs
• Uphold and demonstrate Oakbrook's core values in all interactions

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in residential or property maintenance preferred
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Trade or vocational training preferred
• Personal hand tools required
• Valid driver's license

About Oakbrook Corporation

Oakbrook has proudly served the Midwest since 1987. As a family-owned company, we are built on strong relationships, integrity, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. Our team members are professional, supportive, and dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities we serve. We value growth, collaboration, work-life balance, and we're committed to helping our employees succeed.