Senior Maintenance Technician - Kirkwood Bluffs

Mills Properties; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Top Benefits Award recognition

Job summary

Mills Properties, Inc. is seeking an experienced Maintenance professional to uphold the safety, appearance, and efficiency of our properties in Missouri.

You will perform advanced maintenance, coordinate make-ready tasks, and support preventive maintenance programs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other systems. With opportunities for leadership and on-call rotations, you will help train technicians, supervise workflows, and ensure resident satisfaction while maintaining high safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school certification or technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of apartment maintenance or related building maintenance experience is preferred.
• EPA Certification Type I and II or Universal Certification required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, drywall, painting, and carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, pools, and building systems.
• Complete apartment make-ready processes including repairs, inspections, painting, cleaning coordination, and quality control.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with assigning tasks, prioritizing work orders, and monitoring maintenance workflow.
• Support training and mentoring of maintenance technicians and grounds personnel on company standards and safety procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, amenities, equipment, and vacant units to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Respond to resident service requests promptly and professionally while maintaining high resident satisfaction.
• Assist with inventory management and ensure proper use and storage of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, EPA regulations, Fair Housing guidelines, and company policies.
• Monitor and maintain pool operations in compliance with local and state health regulations where applicable.
• Participate in emergency maintenance response and rotating on-call schedules as required.
• Assist with seasonal property responsibilities including snow removal, storm preparation, and ground support.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shops, storage areas, and workspaces.
• Assist with budget-conscious maintenance practices by minimizing waste and controlling supply usage.
• Communicate daily with the property office regarding completed work orders, resident concerns, and ongoing projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Drywall

Painting

Appliance repair

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Certification Type I & II or Universal

Trade school/technical training (preferred)

Job description

About the role

Maintain the overall appearance, safety, functionality, and operational efficiency of the property by performing advanced maintenance duties, coordinating make-ready activities, supporting preventive maintenance programs, and assisting with oversight of maintenance operations and team performance.

Pay is based on experience - most team members in this role earn between $22.00-$26/hr.

Bonus Structure

• Monthly Renewal Bonus
• Quarterly Bonus - up to $1300 (Performance Based)

Mills Properties has been recognized as a 2025-2026 Top Employee Benefits Award Winner, with both Missouri and national recognition in the areas of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexibility and time off, retirement and other supplemental benefits. Additionally, we were recently named a 2026 National Apartment Association Top Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace for our team members.

How you will be successful

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, pools, and building systems.
• Complete apartment make-ready processes including repairs, inspections, painting, cleaning coordination, and quality control.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with assigning tasks, prioritizing work orders, and monitoring maintenance workflow.
• Support training and mentoring of maintenance technicians and grounds personnel on company standards and safety procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, amenities, equipment, and vacant units to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Respond to resident service requests promptly and professionally while maintaining high resident satisfaction.
• Assist with inventory management and ensure proper use and storage of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, EPA regulations, Fair Housing guidelines, and company policies.
• Monitor and maintain pool operations in compliance with local and state health regulations where applicable.
• Participate in emergency maintenance response and rotating on-call schedules as required.
• Assist with seasonal property responsibilities including snow removal, storm preparation, and ground support.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shops, storage areas, and workspaces.
• Assist with budget-conscious maintenance practices by minimizing waste and controlling supply usage.
• Communicate daily with the property office regarding completed work orders, resident concerns, and ongoing projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you need

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school certification or technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of apartment maintenance or related building maintenance experience is preferred.
• EPA Certification Type I and II or Universal Certification required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, drywall, painting, and carpentry.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve maintenance issues independently and efficiently.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance as required by property.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while supporting company goals and values.

Mills Properties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

About Mills Properties

Mills Properties is an award-winning property management company with 34 communities located throughout St. Louis, Kansas City and Columbia, MO - and growing. Our success is rooted in the hard work and unfaltering dedication of our team members. Driven by our mission of providing the setting for living life's best moments, we desire to see our team members excel and leave work every day with a sense of pride and accomplishment.

Mills Properties Core Values:

• Act Like an Owner
• F ind a Better Way
• Go the Extra Mile
• Pay it Forward
• Achieve Together

We invest heavily in our team members with our Total Rewards Package. We are proud to share Mills Properties has been recognized as a 2025-2026 Top Employee Benefits Award Winner. This includes both Missouri and National