Entry Level Maintenance Technician

Bigos Management

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Posted 5 months ago

Full Time

Burnsville, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for day-to-day maintenance, cleaning, and groundskeeping support at Bigos Management properties. This includes ensuring that properties meet established standards and completing work orders efficiently.

Seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to support day-to-day maintenance, cleaning, and groundskeeping at Bigos Management properties. Requires 0-2 years' experience, basic maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, carpentry), and the ability to handle physical demands, including lifting up to 80 lbs. Must have strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Assistant

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Carpentry

Painting

Landscaping

Groundskeeping

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driver’s license

CPO

Certified Pool Operators License

Job Description

BIGOS MANAGEMENT IS PROUD TO BE NAMED A STAR TRIBUNE TOP WORKPLACE IN 2025 FOR THE 11th TIME   LOCATION Willow Pond - Burnsville, MN (312 Units) & Hidden Valley (15 hours/week)
HOURS   Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm   Split site:    Monday & Thursday - Willow Pond, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday - Hidden Valley - 8:00 am - 11:30 am & Willow Pond, 11:30 am - 4:30 pm

  PAY, BENEFITS, AND PERKS   Hiring Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00/hour
  • Competitive benefit package, including HSA employer contribution, starting 1st of the month after hire 
  • Eligible for Monthly Renewal Bonuses
  • 401(k) Plan with employer match 
  • Ten paid holidays, no waiting period to receive holiday pay
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and rollover options
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO), along with additional company sponsored volunteer opportunities
  • Company paid benefits including Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Educational Assistance options
  • Rent discount 
  • Life Time Fitness Membership discount 

The hiring pay range and list of benefits that are posted are an estimate and not designed to cover a complete listing of all aspects of the position. Reach out to Human Resources with any questions (hr@tbigos.com).

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing day-to-day maintenance, cleaning, and groundskeeping support at Bigos Management properties.  This work is done to ensure that the property and grounds meet the company’s established standards and any applicable laws. The Maintenance Technician IV works directly with the Property Manager and other onsite maintenance to ensure that all vacated apartments are made “rent-ready”, work orders are completed as quickly as possible, and all common area repairs (such as touch-up painting and fixture replacement, etc.) are identified and fixed quickly.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required; duties assigned may differ based on property. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

  • Maintains exterior grounds and interior common areas in quality, presentable condition. This will include but is not limited to the following:
    • Picks up trash and keeps common areas neat
    • Sweeps walks and curbs
    • Waters lawn, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds
    • Trash/dumpster removal, upkeep, and maintenance
    • Shovels walkways and sands or salts icy areas in the winter months
    • Walks property at regular intervals (daily) to ensure resident/tenant property rules are being followed and that the property is clean and orderly and in good maintenance condition
  • Completes general maintenance and upkeep responsibilities including minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, light carpentry, painting, and landscaping
  • Assist onsite maintenance with open work order completion in apartments and common areas and assists with other general property upkeep as needed
  • Assist with vacated unit preparation in a timely manner. This includes but is not limited to furniture removal, paint touch-up, sparkling the unit, and repairs
  • Work directly with other onsite Maintenance Technicians to keep an adequate inventory of hand tools, parts, and supplies in order to maintain a complete workshop area
  • Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional manner with all residents, vendors, fellow employees, and the public
  • Comply with all safety program requirements and work to promote safety in the workplace
  • All other duties as assigned by the Property Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:        

  • Minimum of 0-2 years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician or Maintenance Assistant in a residential apartment setting or equivalent experience
  • Certified Pool Operators License recommended (where applicable within 6 months of hire)
  • May need reliable transportation, valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance if travel between sites is required

Skills and Abilities:

  • Fluent in English and skilled in oral and written communication
  • Ability to use tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous manner when dealing with co-workers and the public
  • Decision-making, problem solving, and time management skills
  • Ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously with self-direction
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Physical Demands:

Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment.  Frequent kneeling, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving through-out day.  Regular lifting of more than 20 lbs. and frequent lifting of up to 80 lbs. with assistance. May encounter heights, ladders, uneven walking surface, stairs, confined spaces, dust, gas fumes from power equipment and noise. Exposed to external weather conditions, drafts and interior temperature changes.  Will regularly handle supplies and tools with sharp edges.

Must be able to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions, including climbing stairs and walking the hallways and common areas.

Personal Protective Equipment: Safety gloves, safety eyewear, ear plugs, Yaktrax    

Work Environment: On property, property grounds, apartment units, roof tops

Required Tools:

Hand Tools: Hammer, Screwdriver (Phillips and Slotted), Crescent Wrench, Channellock Pliers, Utility Knife, Flashlight,

Power Tools: Cordless Drill (recommended)

Measuring Devices: Tape Measure

Bigos Management

Locally Owned and Managed... Bigos Management, Inc. was founded in 1981 by Ted Bigos. The company currently holds ownership/management of over 50 apartment communities, over 10,000 units, and commercial office space. All of the apartment communities are located in the Minneapolis/St Paul metropolitan area. The current portfolio's diversity offers something for everyone from quiet suburban living to fast-paced downtown high-rise life. Over 300 people are employed at Bigos Management. The owner-managed aspect of the company is not only beneficial to our residents but also to those employed by Bigos Management. A complete benefit package, including profit sharing, is available to full-time employees. Our apartment communities are staffed with qualified, experienced personnel. The realm of responsibility born by our on-site staff includes management, resident relations, maintenance, and marketing. The service-oriented company philosophy is integrated and practiced in conjunction with Fair Housing Laws and adherence to Bigos policies and procedures. Employee dedication and teamwork are evident through the quality service that is provided to each other and the residents of our communities. We are committed to upholding high standards of service and quality, and to progress and innovation as a company.

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