Traveling Maintenance Training Specialist

Monarch Investment And Management Group

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid training programs

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays & sabbatical options

Medical insurance

Dental and life insurance

Job summary

Monarch Investment and Management Group is seeking Apartment Maintenance Training Specialists to travel nationwide, delivering hands-on instruction in make-readies, appliance repair, plumbing, HVAC, and more. You will mentor technicians during onboarding and ongoing development, ensuring they meet company standards.

You will train across drywall/painting, electrical, water heaters, and preventive maintenance while coordinating with property teams.

Qualifications

4+ years of hands‑on multifamily maintenance experience.
CPO certification and EPA 608 certification (2+ years hands‑on experience with each).
Deep knowledge of drywall/painting, plumbing (including brazing and soldering copper), electrical, appliance repair, water heaters, and HVAC/boiler systems.
A knack for explaining things clearly, you can break down a repair for a brand‑new tech and a seasoned pro alike.
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, and you’re ready to travel via car, plane, or whatever gets you to the next site.
A love of mentoring people and the patience to help someone else get it right.

Responsibilities

Travel to Monarch communities nationwide (up to 75%) to train, mentor, and support maintenance technicians during new hires first 90 days and beyond.
Deliver hands‑on, real‑world training in make‑readies, appliance repair, plumbing, drywall/paint, HVAC, pool operations, and basic electrical.
Coach new hires through onboarding and set them up to hit the ground running.
Teach shop organization, tool control, curb appeal standards, and preventative maintenance best practices.
Jump in to support work orders, unit turns, and special projects at properties that need an extra hand.
Train teams on emergency maintenance, snow removal, and resident lockout procedures.
Assess how training is landing, report on effectiveness, and identify where the next lesson is needed.