Maintenance Technician - Travel Within Twin Cities

Bigos Management, Inc.; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA contribution

Renewal bonuses

401(k) match

Holidays

PTO rollover

Volunteer Time Off

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

EAP

Educational Assistance

Rent discount

Fitness discount

Job summary

Bigos Management, Inc. is seeking a Roving Maintenance Technician to support multiple properties across the Twin Cities Metro area. You’ll perform installations, repairs, and preventative maintenance to ensure facilities meet standards and laws.

Work with the Property Manager and Zone Building Engineer to ready vacated apartments, complete work orders quickly, and handle common repairs. Requires certifications and ability to travel between sites within the metro area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years as Maintenance Technician in a residential apartment setting.
• AA degree or certification in mechanical, HVAC, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred.
• Requires Certified Pool Operator, Special Boiler's License, and Type II EPA Refrigerant Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Reliable transportation, valid state driver's license and proof of insurance; travel between sites required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to multiple sites within Bigos' portfolio to back up Maintenance Technicians.
• Rotate on-call support and respond to emergencies within 30 minutes.
• Monitor and repair building systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Boilers) as needed.
• Assist Property Manager with unit inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Provide training for site Maintenance Technicians and coordinate with Zone Building Engineer.
• Communicate with engineers and vendors on major repairs and projects.

Skills

Fluent in English

Effective communication

Time management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

AA degree or cert

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Measuring Devices

Job description

BIGOS MANAGEMENT IS PROUD TO BE NAMED A STAR TRIBUNE TOP WORKPLACE IN 2026 FOR THE 12th TIME

LOCATION

South Metro Zone

This Maintenance position travels within the Twin Cities Metro area within a selected zone of multiple properties.

Reimbursement for mileage is included.

HOURS

Monday - Friday

8:00am-4:30pm

Limited nights and weekends for on-call rotation.

Scheduled dates and hours subject to change at employer discretion

PAY, PERKS, AND BENEFITS

Hiring Pay Range: $26.00 - $32.00/hour

• Competitive benefit package, including HSA employer contribution, starting 1st of the month after hire
• Eligible for Monthly Renewal Bonuses
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Ten paid holidays, no waiting period to receive holiday pay
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and rollover options
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO), along with additional company sponsored volunteer opportunities
• Company paid benefits including Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational Assistance options
• Rent discount
• Life Time Fitness Membership discount

The hiring pay range and list of benefits that are posted are an estimate and not designed to cover a complete listing of all aspects of the position. Reach out to Human Resources with any questions ([e-mail]).

SUMMARY

The Roving Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of related duties including equipment installation troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance in order to ensure the property and grounds are meeting the company's established standards and any applicable laws. The Roving Maintenance Technician will partner with the Property Manager and Zone Building Engineer for the properties they are assigned to at any given time. They will work directly with the Property Manager to ensure that all vacated apartments are made "rent-ready", work orders are completed as quickly as possible, and that all common repairs (such as touch-up painting and fixture replacement, etc.) are identified and fixed quickly. Incumbent will be required to have a Pool Operator's certification, Type II EPA Certification, and Special Class boilers license. Supports our employee-first culture and exemplifies our core values of relationships, development, quality, and responsibility.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Travel to and work at multiple sites within the Bigos Management property portfolio to provide back-up support for any and all Maintenance Technicians within Bigos Management
• Will be responsible for rotating on-call support and will respond to emergency calls within 30 minutes
• Monitor and maintain all building systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Boilers, etc.) and perform needed repairs as assigned
• Assist the Property Manager in completing unit-to-unit inspections as needed
• Perform all site-level preventative maintenance duties assigned by the Zone Building Engineer or Property Manager
• Assist the Zone Building Engineer in providing technical training for site Maintenance Technicians
• Communicate with Zone Building Engineer and the Maintenance Technician I regarding major site repairs, remodels, and capital projects and work with them directly, when needed
• Work collaboratively with vendor teams on identified maintenance projects
• Work with the Property Manager and peer group to maintain an adequate inventory of hand tools, parts, and supplies in order to maintain a complete workshop area
• Responsible for alerting the Property Manager to any unusual circumstances or high priority issues that need immediate attention
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, residents, vendors, contractors, and the community
• Comply with all safety program requirements and work to promote safety in the workplace
• Make sure all activities at the sites remain compliant with all local, state, federal and Fair Housing laws
• Attend relevant training courses, including ensuring all required certifications are current
• Prepare and submit summary report at the end of each property assignment
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 3+ years' experience as a Maintenance Technician in a residential apartment setting
• AA degree or certification in mechanical, HVAC, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred
• Knowledge and on-the-job experience in the areas of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, appliance repair, building key systems, lawn irrigation systems, and pool and sauna operations
• Requires a Certified Pool Operators License, Special Boiler's License, and Type II EPA Refrigerant Certification (within 6 months of hire)
• Must have reliable transportation, valid state driver's license and proof of insurance as travel between sites is required

Skills and Abilities:

• Fluent in English and skilled in oral and written communication
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy in a clear, courteous manner when dealing with staff, residents, and the public
• Decision-making, problem solving, and time management skills
• Ability to build authentic relationships, including maintaining trust, effectively listening, and demonstrating patience and empathy
• Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to diverse work environments
• Ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously with little direction
• Knowledge of federal Fair Housing laws and any applicable local housing provisions
• The ability to respond to emergency calls in a timely manner (30 minutes preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment. Frequent kneeling, lifting, pushing, pulling and moving through-out day. Regular lifting of more than 20 lbs. and frequent lifting of up to 80 lbs. with assistance. May encounter heights, ladders, uneven walking surface, stairs, confined spaces, dust, gas fumes from power equipment and noise. Exposed to external weather conditions, drafts and interior temperature changes. Will regularly handle supplies and tools with sharp edges.

Must be able to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions, including climbing stairs and walking the hallways and common areas.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Safety gloves, safety eyewear, ear plugs, Yaktrax, lockout/tagout kit

WORK ENVIRONMENT

On property, property grounds, apartment units, roof tops

REQUIRED TOOLS

Hand Tools: Hammer, Screwdriver (Phillips and Slotted), Crescent Wrench, Channellock Pliers, Pipe Wrench, Allen Wrench, Utility Knife, Flashlight, Hacksaw, Nut Drive Set, ¼" Socket Set, Set of Star Bits, Wire Stripper, Torpedo level, Inspection Mirror

Power Tools: Cordless Drill

Measuring Devices: Tape Measure, GFI Receptacle Tester, Handheld Infrared/Laser Thermometer, Basic Multimeter