Maintenance Apprentice

Maintenance Apprenticeship

Join a company dedicated to developing Maintenance Technicians with no prior experience! This is a fantastic opportunity to participate in a 90-day paid apprenticeship where you are provided training and comprehensive knowledge of the work that goes into multi-family property maintenance. After you have completed the 90-day paid, benefit’s eligible apprenticeship, you will begin a permanent position as a Maintenance Technician I. This will come with a $1000 bonus for successfully completing the apprenticeship and becoming a permanent FRED employee. The training location for the apprenticeship will be in the Oak Creek area.

If you’re ambitious, eager to learn the trades, and looking for a golden opportunity to get your foot in the door, this could be a fit for you! We've been in the industry since 1985 and are growing daily. We have over 40 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and North Carolina with many more in the works, which means the opportunities are endless.

We have fantastic opportunities to grow with the company. You’ll be a Tech I with the capability to be promoted to a Tech II, followed by Maintenance Supervisor. If you’re interested in Leadership, the next step is a Regional Maintenance Manager followed by Director of Property Maintenance. The possibilities are endless, and we work tirelessly with our internal teams to train and promote from within.

Start Date for Program:

Apprentice program will start on Tuesday, January 5, 2027.

Here's what you'll learn and assist with:

• Utilizing your troubleshooting skills to respond and repair a variety of residential service requests.

• Preparing apartment homes for rent by performing various repairs in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, carpentry, dry wall, building exteriors, and appliances.

• Preventative maintenance tasks to eliminate untimely and costly breakdowns in equipment, appliances etc.

• Bridging the communication between the maintenance team and property manager

• Accurate documentation of time sheets, daily maintenance logs, and other checklists

• Assisting groundskeepers in assuring the grounds and common areas are kept up on landscaping and free of trash and debris.

• Responsible for the proper use of maintenance materials and equipment.

• During the winter months you will be responsible for assisting with snow removal at property.

• Consistently maintains a professional, courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworker and general public, on and off the property in order to positively promote Fiduciary Real Estate Development, Inc.

• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Requirements:

• Desire to learn and grow in a career of residential maintenance.

• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license with good driving record, and auto insurance required

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 lbs. required.

The FRED Benefit:

Work in a high-energy environment where people care about and support one another. FREDs growth fuels career opportunities and advancement for our team members. We also offer one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry, which includes:

• Base Hourly Rate

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

• A 401(k) plan with a company match and immediate vesting

• A Health Savings Account (HSA) option with $1,000 annual employer contribution

• Paid time off and vacation days

• 14 Paid Holidays

• Paid Medical Leave & Parental Bonding Leave

• Rent Discount: Full Time employees receive 20% discount

• Paid Training & Development

• Fun team building via company sponsored outings, events, and charitable outreach initiatives.

Learn more about us here:

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Wait! Before you go, let us brag a little … Fiduciary Real Estate Development is proud to be a SEVEN TIME winner of Milwaukee’s Best and Brightest Companies to work for! We are truly Living the Difference!

Apply now to join the FRED team and experience what it is like to work for a company that knows their strongest asset is people just like you! Once your application is complete, you will receive an automated response confirming your information is received. Over the next few days, our team will review your application and reach out regarding next steps.

*This employer participates in E-verify. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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