Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician (Property Management)

This contract-to-hire Maintenance Technician role supports a diverse portfolio of residential properties, ranging from single-family homes to 72-unit apartment communities in the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids areas. You will perform a broad range of maintenance tasks, complete apartment turnovers, respond to tenant work orders, and help keep properties safe, clean, and well-maintained. The position offers the opportunity to grow into a long-term career while working closely with a collaborative maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Complete apartment turnovers, including drywall repair, painting, basic plumbing repairs, general maintenance, and cleaning.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as HVAC filter changes, gutter cleaning, and routine property inspections.
• Respond promptly to tenant maintenance requests and prioritize work orders based on urgency.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and assess maintenance issues within residential properties.
• Use a smartphone to receive, update, and complete digital work orders accurately and on time.
• Maintain a professional appearance and provide courteous, respectful customer service when entering occupied residences.
• Support team members by assisting wherever needed to ensure overall operational success.
• Interpret and work from basic instructions, diagrams, or blueprints as needed for repairs and installations.
• Perform mechanical repairs, installations, and general preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Handle a mix of routine and skilled maintenance tasks, including HVAC-related work, electrical troubleshooting, plumbing repairs, and construction or carpentry tasks within your skill set.
• Participate in daily team meetings at the office to review schedules, assignments, and priorities.
• Travel between assigned properties within the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids areas, organizing work geographically to minimize drive time.
• Properly use and care for tools, ladders, paint supplies, and other equipment provided or required for the job.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work areas at all times.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance, construction, facilities, or related experience.
• General maintenance skills, including drywall repair, painting, basic plumbing, and cleaning.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance tasks such as HVAC filter changes, gutter cleaning, and routine property inspections.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues in residential or similar environments.
• Ability to use a smartphone to receive, manage, and complete digital work orders.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for travel between properties.
• Ability to provide and maintain basic hand tools required for day-to-day maintenance work.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform both skilled and routine maintenance tasks.
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact positively and respectfully with tenants.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Comfort working with mechanical systems, performing repairs and installations as needed.
• Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or construction concepts sufficient to safely support general maintenance tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in property management maintenance, apartment maintenance, facilities maintenance, general maintenance, or similar fields.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, construction, carpentry, or landscaping/grounds maintenance.
• Specialized trade experience such as electrician, plumber, HVAC technician, or similar trade is encouraged.
• Experience with HVAC systems, air conditioning, boilers, refrigeration, and HVAC service or installation.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting, and general electrical service work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical diagrams.
• Comfort adapting to changing priorities throughout the day and handling a variety of tasks.
• Desire for a long-term career opportunity within a growing maintenance or property management team.
• Pride in workmanship and attention to detail in all maintenance activities.
• Gas stipend eligibility each pay period, with the potential for a company vehicle after successful full-time conversion and completion of an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record review.
• Willingness to participate in structured performance reviews at 30, 60, and 90 days.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values a family-oriented,…