PT Janitorial Maintenance Technician - Uptown Aberdeen Mall

Entry-Level Janitorial Maintenance Technician Opportunity

If you're reliable, hard-working, and eager to build a career in maintenance, we'd love to speak with you!

Uptown Aberdeen Mall is a retail, entertainment, and dining mall serving the Aberdeen community in South Dakota. It is part of Rock Step's extensive portfolio. Rock Step is a privately held, full-service real estate investment firm headquartered in Houston, Texas, focused on the shopping center sector in metropolitan and secondary markets.

Position

Description:

The Janitorial & Maintenance Technician supports the property's daily upkeep, including maintenance, janitorial duties, landscaping, and snow removal. This role offers on-the-job training and an opportunity to work in a team-oriented environment while gaining hands-on experience in property maintenance. This part-time position requires flexibility for emergency off-hours, including evenings and weekends.

$15.00 / hr 10-15 hours per week

Essential Functions:

Maintenance and Janitorial Operations (90% of time spent):

• Housekeeping - Daily cleaning, housekeeping, and trash removal tasks to ensure the property is neat and welcoming
• Maintain inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies and notify management when restocking is needed
• Maintenance – Daily maintenance activities as assigned
• Assist with minor repairs, painting, and general property maintenance using standard hand and electrical tools
• Assist the Maintenance Lead with coordinating access for contractors and vendors
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely and professional manner

Outside Property As directed by Maintenance Lead

• Monitor exterior areas including lighting, signage, and parking lot conditions to ensure a safe and attractive environment
• Mow, trim, and maintain landscaped areas and removal of debris
• Troubleshoot and assist with basic plumbing repairs (unclogging drains or fixing leaks)
• Operate equipment such as lawnmowers, snow blowers, golf cart, pressure washers, parking lot sweepers, parking lot stripers, UTV/Mule, and other applicable machinery (training provided)
• Conduct seasonal snow removal and apply de-icing materials to walkways and parking lots

Safety – Ensure compliance with safety standards, including proper use of PPE, reporting hazards, and maintaining OSHA guidelines

• Immediately report unsafe or inappropriate guest or tenant behaviors to the Maintenance Lead and/or General Manager
• Support emergency response situations (weather events, spills, equipment failures) as needed
• Perform routine inspections of common areas, restrooms, parking lots, and building systems to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns
• Notify Maintenance Lead and/or General Manager of unsafe conditions

Operations

• Open and close duties as needed

Leasing, Displays, & Marketing Support (5% of time spent):

• Assist with event setup and teardown, including tables, chairs, tents, trash stations, and displays
• Support leasing and marketing by helping to prepare vacant spaces
• Aid in holiday/seasonal decoration setup and teardown

Team Meetings (5% of time spent):

• Participate in daily check-ins with the Maintenance Supervisor or General Manager.
• Attend scheduled team meetings and contribute to discussions about maintenance needs.

Competencies:

• Ability to operate basic equipment and tools, including lawnmowers and snow blowers.
• Eagerness to learn about maintenance systems, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Dependable and self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with tenants and the public.

Candidate Should Possess:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and do simple calculations.
• A willingness to learn new skills on the job.
• No prior experience required—training will be provided!
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid Wisconsin drivers license

What We Offer:

We understand that our people are the most important factor to our success. As a result, we value and invest in our people through:

Career Building Opportunity:

• On-the-job training and opportunities for skill development.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.

If you're ready to start a rewarding career in maintenance, we'd love to hear from you!