Service Technician I

B I R G E & H E L D

Investing in Communities to Transform Lives.

Supporting 2 Multifamily Communities Reserve on Dawson's Creek and Steeplechase on Parkview (Fort Wayne, IN) Units - 232

Supporting 2 Multifamily Communities Reserve on Dawson's Creek and Steeplechase on Parkview (Fort Wayne, IN) Units - 232

Who We Are It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Birge & Held, we are committed to bringing excitement and energy to the business of multifamily housing. We expect every employee within our organization to be a leader working in a collaborative environment towards a shared vision.

Brief Description

B I R G E & H E L D

Investing in Communities to Transform Lives.

Supporting 2 Multifamily Communities Reserve on Dawson's Creek and Steeplechase on Parkview (Fort Wayne, IN) Units - 232

Who We Are It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Birge & Held, we are committed to bringing excitement and energy to the business of multifamily housing. We expect every employee within our organization to be a leader working in a collaborative environment towards a shared vision. At Birge & Held, our employees have a Passion for People, demonstrate Leadership at Every Level, and are Always Learning & Innovating.

Through these core values, we make our purpose a reality, “Investing in Communities to Transform Lives.”

The Service Technician I is responsible for supporting the daily maintenance operations of an apartment community to ensure resident satisfaction, property functionality, and compliance with company standards. This role is essential to Birge & Held’s continued success and reports directly to the Operations Manager.

• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies, Fair Housing regulations, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws.

• Inspect buildings and common areas to assess cleanliness, safety, and overall property condition.
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance of HVAC units, electrical systems, mechanical equipment, plumbing fixtures, and structural facilities.
• Complete all assigned work orders within 48 hours, unless an emergency requires immediate action.
• Ensure unit turnovers are completed within five (5) working days unless otherwise directed by the Operations Manager.
• Perform on-site work to preserve and enhance asset appearance and functionality.

• Provide daily progress updates and communicate frequently with the operations team.
• Coordinate and complete tasks in alignment with broader departmental priorities.
• Resident and Vendor Relations
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and courteous demeanor with residents, prospective
• residents, team members, and vendors.
• Assist in ensuring a positive resident experience through timely service and proactive maintenance.

• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of grounds and common areas.
• Support seasonal tasks such as snow removal, landscaping, and debris cleanup to ensure curb appeal.
• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned B&H portfolio.
• Provide assistance to other B&H assets as needed to drive broader company goals and operational success.

• Complete and submit required administrative documentation (e.g., work order logs, inspection forms) accurately and on time.
• Participate in the maintenance on-call rotation to handle after-hours emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Service Manager.

• Formal technical training and/or equivalent job experience in heating and air conditioning, preferred.
• EPA certification for refrigerant handling, preferred or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• HVAC certification, preferred.
• For positions that require travel between properties, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards.
• Provide your own hand tools including but not limited to…