Maintenance Technician 1

Weidner Apartment Homes - DeForest, WI

Full-time - Entry Level

DeForest, WI

Real Estate

About the position

The Maintenance Technician 1 is responsible for preparing vacant apartments for occupancy, which includes various maintenance tasks such as painting, drywall repairs, and mechanical repairs. This role requires a diligent work pace, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills when interacting with residents and vendors. The technician must manage their time effectively and take pride in their work while ensuring that all tasks meet the company's quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all vacant apartments for occupancy including painting, drywall repair, trash out, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Perform basic system repairs on electrical, plumbing, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.
• Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs, and interior/exterior painting.
• Distinguish when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed and identify correct paint sheen and color.
• Perform repairs on plank, vinyl, and carpet flooring.
• Conduct daily grounds maintenance including trash disposal and maintaining pet waste stations.
• Utilize personal cell phone and specified apps as part of daily role.
• Use personal vehicle to travel between properties as assigned during work hours.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Assist the Service team with service requests or other projects when needed.
• Ensure market-ready apartments, common areas, and amenities are clean and maintained to company standards.
• Accompany vendors to vacant and/or occupied units as needed.
• Monitor supplies and maintain equipment.
• Keep maintenance shop/custodial area clean and organized.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance Manager, Area Service Manager, and teammates.
• Promote safety and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Inspect, respond to, and follow up with safety issues, accidents, and emergency situations.

Requirements

• 1 - 2 years residential maintenance experience required.
• 1 - 2 years of painting and drywall repairs preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude required.
• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds, climb ladders, and climb multiple flights of stairs.
• Able to use appliance dolly and push/pull up to 200 pounds.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to be on feet constantly for entire work shift.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, appliances, and building systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn and contribute.
• Experience in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; willing to learn new software programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Yardi and Paycom software.
• Ability to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and text.

Benefits

• Full-time position with on-call responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work in a team environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the company.