Maintenance Technician - Work Orders / Unit Turns / Grounds

Independent Management Services; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid health and dental insurance

401(k) with matching contribution

Generous paid time off package

Training and employee development program

Job summary

Independent Management Services is seeking a full-time maintenance professional in Detroit, MI. Responsibilities include completing service requests, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring the property is well-groomed. Ideal candidates are customer service oriented and knowledgeable in basic maintenance concepts.

The position offers employer-paid health and dental insurance, a 401(k) with matching, generous paid time off, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be customer service oriented.
• Working knowledge of basic maintenance concepts (plumbing, repair, etc.).
• Ability to prioritize work orders and projects based on need.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident service requests and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Ensure property grounds are well-groomed and free of litter.
• Perform after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call duties.

Skills

Customer service oriented

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Basic maintenance concepts knowledge

Tools

Hand tools

Commercial grounds equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Detroit, MI 48217
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day

Independent Management Services is a full-service property management and marketing firm, specializing in the revitalization of under-managed multifamily housing developments. Since our founding in 1989, we have expanded our nationwide presence to include over 100 sustainable communities in 11 states focusing exclusively in the affordable and workforce housing sectors. However, our total breadth of experience also includes market rate and commercial property management.

We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefit package. We intend to build a team of individuals who are self-motivated, willing to learn and grow with our firm. We progressively uphold a professional management team to serve our clients, enhancing our management skills and capabilities. Your progress, training, experience, motivation, attitude, and goals may create many possibilities for career opportunities with our company. If you have superior attention to detail with outstanding communications skills and enjoy a challenging fast‑pace environment, join our team now!

Responsibilities

• Complete resident service requests and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Timely reconditioning of vacant units, including painting, basic repairs, and cleaning.
• Ensure property grounds are well-groomed and free of litter and unsightly garbage or clutter.
• Ensure property grounds are free of weeds and overgrown vegetation.
• Perform after‑hours, weekend, and holiday on‑call duties in rotation with other Maintenance personnel.
• Respond to all resident requests to ensure 24‑hour emergency service.
• Monitor inventory and maintenance supplies, as necessary.
• Snow removal includes salting main roads, walkways, and parking areas throughout the community (where applicable).
• Create and maintain a well‑groomed community appearance.
• Reports directly to the Site Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Participate in ongoing maintenance education and training.

Job Requirements

• Must be customer service oriented.
• Working knowledge of basic maintenance concepts (plumbing, repair, etc.).
• Must have own tools to perform job task.
• Basic knowledge of commercial/small grounds equipment and supplies.
• Ability to prioritize work orders and projects based on need.
• Possess a high degree of troubleshooting and problem‑solving.

Qualifications & Benefits

• Employer paid health and dental insurance (100% employee only) with affordable dependent and family coverage.
• Voluntary insurance options: Vision, Life, Accident Injury, Long-Term Disability, and Identity Theft.
• 401(k) with above-average employer matching contribution.
• Generous paid time off package.
• Training and employee development program.
• Among many other employee benefits.