Multifamily Area Maintenance Lead (Hands-On Tech Lead)

Shelter Corporation; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with employer contribution

FSA/DCA options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Job summary

Shelter Corporation is seeking an experienced Area Maintenance Lead to support multiple apartment communities in Minnesota. This hands-on leadership role provides technical guidance, performs complex repairs, conducts inspections, and ensures safe, well-maintained properties.

Travel between communities is required; EPA 608 certification is preferred for refrigerant work; familiarity with HappyCo and Yardi is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school education or related technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of apartment or building maintenance experience required, with strong hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Experience providing technical guidance, hands-on training, or support to other maintenance professionals preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, preventive maintenance, and general building systems.
• EPA Section 608 Certification appropriate to assigned refrigerant work required before performing that work; Universal Certification preferred.
• Experience using property management and maintenance software preferred; familiarity with HappyCo and Yardi is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on maintenance support across assigned communities, including complex repairs, work orders, apartment turns, and emergency maintenance needs.
• Provide temporary maintenance coverage during staffing vacancies, absences, or increased operational demands.
• Offer technical guidance, hands-on training, and troubleshooting assistance to Maintenance Technicians across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, carpentry, and other building systems.
• Conduct property inspections and support preventive maintenance programs to identify repair needs, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with Property Managers and Regional Managers to address outstanding work orders, apartment turns, maintenance priorities, and property needs.
• Assist with vendor coordination, repair assessments, and approved capital projects while promoting cost-effective maintenance solutions.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and follow-up needs using HappyCo and other company systems.
• Promote safe work practices, quality workmanship, and professional resident service while collaborating with property teams and vendors.
• Provide timely updates and recommendations to the Regional Manager regarding maintenance concerns, completed assignments, and operational needs.
• Assist with after-hours maintenance emergencies, on-call coverage, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

HVAC knowledge

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

Carpentry

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Trade school training

5 years maintenance experience

Tools

HappyCo

Yardi

Job description

Shelter Corporation is seeking an experienced Area Maintenance Lead to support multiple apartment communities in Minnesota. This hands-on leadership role provides technical guidance, performs complex repairs, conducts inspections, and ensures safe, well-maintained properties.

Travel between communities is required; EPA 608 certification is preferred for refrigerant work; familiarity with HappyCo and Yardi is a plus.