Maintenance Technician (Chicago Avenue and Buri Manor) - NO ON-CALL

Organization Background

Aeon is a nonprofit developer, owner, and manager of affordable communities in the Twin Cities. For 40 years, we have been at the forefront of creating housing that goes beyond shelter. Our housing serves as a platform for resilience, opportunity, and lasting impact. With a portfolio of almost 5,000 apartment homes, Aeon provides stability for thousands of residents each year.

Aeon is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the team at Chicago Avenue and Buri Manor, a community of 98 affordable apartment homes in downtown Minneapolis. This full-time, Monday–Friday position has no on-call responsibilities, offering a predictable schedule while providing meaningful work that helps ensure residents have safe, well-maintained homes.

As the Maintenance Technician, you'll play an essential role in supporting residents by ensuring their homes and shared spaces are safe, functional, and well maintained. Through responsive repairs, preventative maintenance, apartment turnovers, and daily property upkeep, you'll help create an environment where residents can thrive and feel proud to call their community home.

Working closely with the Property Manager, Building Technicians, vendors, and other team members, you'll perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks while contributing to the overall appearance, safety, and operation of the property. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in quality workmanship, values strong customer service, and wants to make a meaningful impact through their work.

This position reports to the Property Manager.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Complete maintenance service requests in a timely, professional, and resident-focused manner.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide variety of building systems and apartment components, including:
  • Plumbing fixtures and systems
  • Electrical fixtures and minor electrical repairs
  • Appliances
  • Air handlers and general HVAC equipment
  • Locks, keys, and door hardware
  • Interior finishes, including drywall, flooring, trim, and paint touch-ups
  • Doors, cabinets, light fixtures, window coverings, and other building components
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to extend the life of building systems and equipment while helping reduce unexpected repairs.
• Identify maintenance concerns before they become larger issues and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work orders, inspections, and preventative maintenance activities.

• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents by completing repairs, cleaning-related maintenance tasks, and quality inspections.
• Ensure apartment homes meet Aeon's standards for safety, functionality, and appearance prior to move-in.

• Maintain the overall cleanliness, safety, and curb appeal of the property, including interior common areas and exterior grounds, in partnership with Aeon's Building Technicians and vendors.
• Perform regular trash removal, trash area maintenance, and debris cleanup throughout the property.
• Monitor the condition of building systems, common areas, and grounds, reporting issues that require additional attention.
• Assist with seasonal property maintenance, including light snow removal, salting, sanding walkways, and other weather-related responsibilities.
• Support property inspections, vendor access, and other operational activities as needed.
• Maintain an organized maintenance shop and ensure tools, equipment, and supplies are used safely and stored properly.

• Provide courteous, respectful, and professional service when interacting with residents, visitors, contractors, and coworkers.
• Build positive relationships with residents by responding to maintenance requests professionally, respectfully, and with a focus on excellent customer service.
• Communicate maintenance updates and collaborate with the Property Manager to prioritize work that supports resident safety and operational needs.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations while maintaining a safe work…