Sherman Associates - Fridley, MN
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Fridley, MN
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
About the position
The Maintenance Technician at Sherman Associates plays a crucial role in ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of the Ursa Apartments property in Fridley, MN. This position involves performing a variety of maintenance tasks, responding to tenant requests, and ensuring that the property is clean and well-maintained. The technician will work Monday to Friday with an on-call rotation, contributing to a positive living environment for residents.
Responsibilities
- Completes general maintenance and upkeep responsibilities including minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, light carpentry, painting, and landscaping.
- Responds to open work orders and resolves resident/tenant requests within 24 hours.
- Prepares and turns vacated apartment units within a 24-hour period, ensuring they are painted, cleaned, and repaired in a timely manner.
- Assists in scheduling and completing preventive maintenance for buildings and building equipment.
- Completes hands-on work of all building repairs, preventative maintenance, and general upkeep of the facility.
- Walks property daily to ensure resident/tenant property rules are being followed and that the property is clean and orderly.
- Works on the last and first day of each month until responsibilities are completed, with some overtime required.
- Diagnoses problems, replaces or repairs parts, tests, and makes adjustments.
- Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Maintains sufficient maintenance supply stock and assists in contracting outside vendors for special projects.
- Maintains exterior grounds and interior common areas in quality, presentable condition.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or equivalent years of education and production maintenance experience.
- 1-4 years of experience in maintenance or related carpentry/construction, ideally in residential or commercial real estate.
- Special boilers license or willingness to obtain one, if applicable.
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or willingness to obtain one, if applicable.
- Must provide own hand tools.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; ability to communicate effectively with community tenants, vendors, and across corporate divisions.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in residential construction or real estate maintenance.
- Knowledge of HVAC systems and repairs.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
