Mobile Maintenance Tech — On-Call & Traveling DM Metro

Hubbell Realty Company; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Realty Company is seeking a Floating Maintenance Service Technician to support several Des Moines metro apartment communities. You will perform unit make-readies, repairs, preventive maintenance, and complete work orders with a focus on quality and resident satisfaction.

The role includes an on-call rotation for 24-hour emergency response, with regular hours Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., overtime availability, and after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Must provide own basic tools for the role.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the Senior Lead Maintenance Technician who assigns property coverage.
• Coordinates maintenance priorities with Residential Property Manager and other communities.
• Diagnoses and completes minor, complex, and routine maintenance/repairs independently and documents work performed.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies and maintains company vehicle and mobile phone during on-call periods.
• Performs HVAC repairs and replacements within guidelines, codes, and laws.
• Inspects and maintains community exterior, common areas, and curb appeal.
• Inspects vacated apartments and performs make-readies to move-in ready condition.
• Adheres to safety standards and maintains device security and tool usage.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Hubbell Realty Company is seeking a Floating Maintenance Service Technician to support several Des Moines metro apartment communities. You will perform unit make-readies, repairs, preventive maintenance, and complete work orders with a focus on quality and resident satisfaction.

The role includes an on-call rotation for 24-hour emergency response, with regular hours Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., overtime availability, and after-hours support as needed.