Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Resident Services is hiring a full-time Maintenance Technician to support apartment communities on Madison’s west side. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, solving maintenance issues, and taking pride in keeping homes and communities in excellent condition.

 
Responsibilities:

• Complete general maintenance and repairs in apartment homes, common areas, building systems, and grounds.
• Troubleshoot basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance issues.
• Prepare units for new residents through turnovers and make-ready work.
• Perform preventive maintenance to support safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain tools, shop organization, and supply inventory.
• Communicate completed work, follow-up needs, and maintenance concerns to the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Experience with maintenance operations in multi-family housing preferred.
• Ability to complete basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance repairs.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to teach or be taught
• Reliable, insured, and licensed vehicle required.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with a good driving record required.
• Ability to provide and use basic hand tools.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb a ladder/use stairs, bend at the waist and work on knees, reach overhead, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• HVAC certification is a plus, but not required.
• Must live within 30 minutes of Madison’s west side due to on-call rotation, or be willing to relocate.

Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending account.
• Annual bonus and on-call bonus opportunities.
• Mileage reimbursement and clothing allowance.
• Fun employee events and professional development opportunities.

Schedule:  

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus on-call rotation.