Maintenance Technician I (The Meadowlands)

WinnCompanies; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

WinnCompanies is seeking a Maintenance Technician I for The Meadowlonds, a 225-unit affordable community in Madison, WI. You will perform repairs across units, common areas, and grounds, ensuring market-ready units and maintained curb appeal. The role requires basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, and HVAC, strong customer service, and good communication.

On-call availability is required. Work hours are typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with possible after-hours on-call

Qualifications

• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, and HVAC.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic familiarity with computers and tablets.
• Availability for on-call activity during off hours for urgent needs.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs in areas such as appliances, carpentry, hardware accessories, masonry, painting, basic electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs per company procedures.
• Assist in preparing vacant apartments for market-ready status.
• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through snow removal, landscaping, and trash management.
• Be available for on-call activity during off-hours based on schedule and need.

Skills

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

HVAC basics

Customer service

Job description

About the Opportunity

WinnCompanies is searching for a Maintenance Technician I to join our team at The Meadowlonds, a 225-unit affordable residential community located in Madison, WI.

In this role, you will perform maintenance functions in the community, including rental units, residential common areas, office, grounds and parking lots.

Please note that the pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Additionally, the selected candidate will typically work: Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please note that this role requires on‑call availability.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs in such areas as, but not limited to, appliances, carpentry, hardware accessories, masonry, painting, basic electrical, basic plumbing, and basic HVAC.


• Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating procedures.


• Assist in preparing vacant apartments for market ready status in accordance with company standards.


• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through snow removal, landscaping, and trash management activities.


• Be available for on‑call activity during off‑hours and emergencies based on a pre‑determined schedule and need.

Requirements:

• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.


• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning).


• Excellent customer service skills.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Basic familiarity with computers and tablets.


• Availability for on‑call activity during off hours for urgent needs.


• Ability to speak and understand basic English.


• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational or technical training.


• Experience repairing household appliances


• Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT).