Maintenance Technician

At Halverson and Blaiser Group, Ltd., we are dedicated to excellence in property management. With over 30 years of expertise in the Twin Cities market, we specialize in managing and developing residential and commercial properties. Our portfolio includes over 6,000 units of multi-family housing and more than 500,000 square feet of commercial space.

Our mission is to manage real estate investments with expertise and dedication, helping clients achieve their goals while enhancing our communities. With deep roots in the Twin Cities, we deliver results through a service-oriented philosophy centered on people, accountability, and trust.

Core Values:

AIR - Driven by Accountability**, Investedin People,** Built on Reputation

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of this position is to support the Community Manager to maintain and enhance the value of the assigned portfolio by delivering an effective and efficient customer service response program for residents’ maintenance needs; providing ongoing general maintenance repairs and implementing a preventive maintenance program to safeguard the asset’s physical structure and fixtures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintenance Duties

• Perform repairs according to requests received from residents in a timely and satisfactory manner
• Perform all preventative maintenance requirements as determined by Community Manager
• Monitor and maintain plumbing, heating, and electrical system
• Maintain security and lock systems throughout the building
• Maintain boiler rooms, storage rooms and work areas in a neat, safe, and secure condition
• Assist Community Manager with monthly property inspections and keep proper records of same
• Report hazardous or emergency conditions to the Community Manager
• Report extensive repair and maintenance needs to the Community Manager
• Perform janitorial, painting, and repairs to vacant units in a timely and satisfactory manner, enabling Community Manager to rent units in a minimum of time
• Assist Community Manager in performing move-in and move-out inspections
• Assist Community Manager in performing progress inspections of on-site work performed by outside contractors
• Assist Community Manager with quarterly inspection of units (smoke detector/plumbing)
• Inspect grounds, common areas, and structures for preventative and safety measures
• Order and pick up maintenance and janitorial supplies and materials as directed by the Community Manager
• Share emergency/on-call duties for immediate repairs and for the safety of the residents

Record Keeping

• Deliver completed work orders to Community Manager in a mutually acceptable manner
• Maintain boiler log
• Update Preventive Maintenance Chart and maintain preventative maintenance logs
• Perform inventories annually and when there is a staff change on tools, equipment, supplies, and keys; inventories are to include name of manufacturer, model number, and serial number

Other

• Assist in moving furniture in case of skips
• Pick up debris from grounds and/or perform landscaping duties not performed by outside contractor
• Shovel walks and keep walkways safe
• Maintain parking lots by sweeping and striping
• Perform additional duties as deemed necessary by the Community Manager

ENVIRONMENT:

• Physical requirements:Ability to lift moderately heavy objects, climb ladders, perform duties requiring extensive maneuverability and normal strength.
• Work Environment: Work is performed in interior and exterior structure and common areas.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Basic knowledge in all building repair trades, purchasing procedures and practices, work safety requirements, and repair procedures.
• Ability to keep accurate and detailed records.
• Basic knowledge in electrical, plumbing, minor construction and preventive maintenance work.
• Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Ability to perform the following:
  • Minor repairs to building appliances and fixtures
  • Repair and change locks
  • Replace floor tile
  • Clear clogged drains
  • Repair or replace plumbing fixtures
  • Patch holes in walls
  • Clean unit interiors
  • Perform miscellaneous carpentry repairs
  • Perform minor masonry duties
  • Interior and exterior painting

QUALIFICATIONS - MINIMUM REQUIRED:

• Education — Reading and computational literacy at high school level or above.
• Experience— Demonstrated ability to perform building maintenance or experience in a related building trade field consisting of repairs, carpentry, minor electrical, minor plumbing, painting, refurbishing, cleaning, heating, and maintenance administration.
• Licensure/Certifications — Valid Class C Minnesota Driver’s License and automobile insurance; Class C Boiler’s License
• Other — Ability to interact with residents, contractors, vendors, owners and company employees and handle complaints with reasonable discretion. Flexibility.

ADDITIONAL RESPONISBILITIES:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• 2 years minimum apartment maintenance experience or equivalent
• Excellent references
• Possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and vehicle insurance.
• Own and carry insurance on basic tools needed to perform the job
• Reading and literacy at high school level or above
• Familiar with and competent at data entry on a smart phone
• Class C or higher Boiler’s License and/or EPA I Universal License for HVAC
• Able to work periodic evenings/weekends and be on-call
• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation
• Team player, approachable
• Professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal communication and customer service skills
• Good at organization and time management
• Competent with operation of a smart phone
• Creative problem solver
• Competent in all levels of routine and emergency apartment maintenance and repairs including, but not limited to:
• Plumbing – repairs/replacement of plumbing parts/fixtures/pipes/drains to prevent leaks, property damage and reduce water consumption; snake drains; read water meters; clean water heater coils
• Electrical – repairs/replacement of fixtures/breakers/batteries in safe manner; repair electric door strikes, intercoms and other low voltage systems in the building
• Carpentry – repair/replace doors, hardware, screens, windows, medicine cabinets, bath vanities, change and rekey locks, hang blinds, install laminate kitchen counter tops or bath vanity tops, repair garage doors and door openers
• HVAC – hold Special Class boiler’s license, maintain daily boiler logs, bleed heating lines and expansion tank, understand basics of boiler or forced air heating systems, able to trouble-shoot “no heat” or “no air conditioning” requests, replace pumps and motors, change thermostats and zone valves
• Appliances/tools – troubleshoot problems and repair washers/dryers, ranges (gas and electric), refrigerators, microwaves and air conditioners; able to operate power tools required for job
• Miscellaneous– caulk/grout ceramic tub/shower enclosures, cold patch parking lots, repair playground equipment, install downspout extensions, able to read schematics and blueprints; inspect roofs; other types of work or repairs that may be needed.
• Preventative Maintenance – recommend schedules for preventative maintenance, complete and record, as required, based on property needs and design

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.