Maintenance Technician - Property Management

Eenhoorn; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health, vision, dental, and pet ins.

Short-term disability

End-of-year staff awards cruise

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Eenhoorn is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Briarwood Apartments in Portage, MI. You will maintain the property, address repairs, perform HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks, and support grounds and turnover activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in building maintenance, and strong problem-solving. EPA certification is a plus; candidates must respond promptly to emergencies and work with residents and coworkers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; vocational training in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing desirable.
• 2+ years in building maintenance or related field.
• Proficiency in plumbing repairs, leak fixes, unclogging drains, fixture replacement.
• Electrical repairs including outlets, switches, light fixtures, and breakers; HVAC maintenance.
• Carpentry skills for doors, cabinets, flooring; ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• patrol areas for maintenance issues and address them
• Perform HVAC preventive maintenance, repairs, and filter changes
• Handle minor electrical repairs: outlets, switches, fixtures, breakers
• Conduct weekly emergency generator tests
• Repair/install plumbing fixtures; clear sinks and toilets
• Repair/install drywall, doors, screens; caulking and painting
• Assist with apartment turns and appliance repair
• Maintain pool equipment and seasonal grounds tasks
• Respond to work orders and manage parts stock
• Order maintenance and janitorial supplies as needed
• Possible after-hours emergency calls and special projects

Skills

HVAC

Electrical repairs

Plumbing

Carpentry

Tools usage

Appliance repair

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational training/certification in HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing

Minimum 2 years building maintenance experience

EPA certification preferred

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Property Management

Hourly Full-Time Briarwood Apartments, Portage, MI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2145

At Eenhoorn, a 2026 Best Places to Work in Multifamily Winner, we are dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for both our team members and residents. Our passion lies in fostering an environment where people thrive; feeling empowered, supported, and valued. We prioritize people in everything we do, from providing exceptional service to our residents to supporting the growth of our team members. By joining Team Eenhoorn, you'll be part of a team that embodies our core values of Professionalism, Accountability, Honesty and Integrity, Self-Regulation, and Image.

As a Maintenance Technician for Briarwood Apartments, located in Portage, MI, you will have the opportunity to positively impact our community and all residents, guests, and owners by providing a safe, well-maintained and visibly appealing property. This position is responsible for ensuring the property, grounds and equipment are safe and orderly. A successful Maintenance Technician will be self-motivated, provide outstanding customer service, and will take immense pride in their work. The Maintenance Technician must act with a sense of urgency and have an unparalleled passion for service in order to display a commitment of excellence that interprets the Eenhoorn vision and brand.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for patrolling areas looking for maintenance issues to address
• HVAC PMs, repairs, and filter changes
• Minor electrical repairs – replace outlets, switches, light fixtures, LED drivers, etc.
• Weekly emergency generator testing
• Repairing/installing plumbing fixtures. Clear sink and toilet clogs
• Repairing/installing drywall, doors, screens
• Caulking and painting
• May help with apartment turns
• Help repair/replace appliances
• Help repair water heaters
• Help maintain pool equipment such as pumps, feeders, and gauges.
• Help grounds with seasonal tasks such as leaf pick up and snow removal
• Monitor and respond to work orders
• Maintain stock of repair parts
• Order maintenance/ janitorial supplies
• May need to respond to after-hour and weekend emergency calls
• Participates in other projects and activities assigned

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• Vocational training or certification in a relevant field (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in building maintenance or related field
• Proficiency in plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, unclogging drains, and repairing or replacing fixtures.
• Competence in electrical repairs, such as replacing outlets, switches, light fixtures, and circuit breakers.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and the ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Carpentry skills for tasks like repairing doors, cabinets, and flooring.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Familiarity with appliance repair and maintenance.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Valid driver's license required and reliable transportation to respond to emergencies within 30 minutes
• EPA certification preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with residents and coworkers.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Dependability and reliability in responding to maintenance requests and emergencies.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs
• Capable of bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Can reach above shoulder level
• Able to push or pull heavy objects
• Capable of standing, walking, and working in various environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor)

Why you might love working here:

• Stability – We don't buy and flip our properties every three years
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and pet insurance
• 401(k) with a 25% match on the first 15% of contributions
• Up to 11-weeks of 100% paid short-term disability
• All expenses paid cruise for our four employees of the year and their significant others
• Challenging problems to solve and an awesome team to collaborate with every single day
• A corporate office that truly acts as a Support Center to the properties

What Makes Us Different

Although we are a company that is focused on real estate, we recognize that we can't be great without our people. We are always seeking exceptional people who are looking for more than just a job. Since 1988, our innovative approaches have positioned Eenhoorn as an industry leader. Our comprehensive organizational structure and learning environment empower our team members to take ownership over their careers and make a true difference in our residents' lives and experiences. Additionally, we are one of the only owner-managed property companies in the area and we think this is pretty awesome. We want you to bring your authentic self to work every single day. We accept you for who you are and consider everyone on an equal opportunity basis without regard to age; appearance; color; gender identity and/or expression; family or parental status; marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status; disability; national, social or ethnic origin; past or present military service; sexual orientation; socioeconomic status; race; religion or belief. Eenhoorn, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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