Apartment Maintenance Technician (South Milwaukee, WI)

Apartment Maintenance Technician (South Milwaukee, WI)

We are currently seeking a full-time Apartment Maintenance Technician to help oversee a large apartment portfolio located in South Milwaukee, WI.

The Apartment Maintenance Technician will perform routine maintenance duties to include; rough and finish carpentry, painting, equipment and facility repairs. Electrical and plumbing repairs will also be performed.

This is a full-time position requiring regular attendance in accordance with Metropolitan Associates’ attendance policy, valid driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle as frequent travel is required.

About Metropolitan Associates

With approximately 4700 apartments in more than 30 choice locations, we offer a variety of apartment homes, as well as outstanding service and experience.

We are a full-service company, consisting of market-rate and government-subsidized apartments.

Metropolitan Associates is one of the largest and most experienced housing owners and managers in the State of Wisconsin.

Job Responsibilities

• Apartment Maintenance Technician responds to management, staff, and resident maintenance requests and quickly executes performance of requests
• Perform inspections of all apartments, buildings and common areas
• Report and/or perform repairs as necessary and complete necessary paperwork
• Maintains tools and maintenance equipment to ensure they are in good working order; keeps maintenance room in neat condition
• Apartment Maintenance Technician performs electrical, heating, and plumbing repairs including: Basic electrical ability, changing outlets, fixtures and breakers. Basic HVAC knowledge of boilers and forced air furnaces. Basic plumbing such as changing out faucets, re-piping, replacing toilets, replacing sinks and unclogging drains
• Carpentry background to include, installation of doors to include interior and exterior cabinets, subfloors, countertops, installing shelves, hooks, or closet rods
• Basic roofing skills such as tarring stack pipes, vents and patching
• Assist in preparation of vacant apartments for new residents, including; carpentry work, drywall, painting, staining, and other necessary repairs and improvements
• Perform maintenance work at different locations as required
• Available to respond to emergency calls when on-call after hours
• Perform snow removal activities when required

Job Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required
• Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds unassisted
• Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including circular saw, drill, jig saw, electrical tester, hand tools, power tools, cordless tools
• Valid Driver’s License
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Position includes excellent benefits package such as:

• Medical/vision, dental and life insurance plans
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and personal days
• Sick leave

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary range?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local laws and regulations?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance Technician: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• South Milwaukee, WI 53172 (Required)

Work Location: In person