APARTMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN-Sign on bonus for eligible

SUMMARY

Bear Real Estate Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support their stunning properties, The Corliss and East National Flats, in Milwaukee, WI. The position involves performing routine maintenance, preparing vacant units, and handling resident service requests.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform basic routine maintenance including painting, minor plumbing and electrical work, basic appliance repairs, and minor HVAC tasks.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including cleaning, touch-ups, repairing fixtures, and ensuring all appliances are in working order.
• Complete resident service requests promptly and professionally.
• Aid with seasonal maintenance such as filter changes, exterior upkeep, and common area repairs.
• Aid with completing unit inspections, documenting any deficiencies, and reporting findings to the property manager.
• Maintain property grounds, curb appeal, and overall cleanliness of community spaces.
• Participate in collecting bids for repairs or projects under the direction of the Property Manager.
• Record work order completion and unit readiness status.
• Maintain logs for inspections and preventative maintenance tasks including but not limited to snow removal logs, light inspections, elevator inspections, pool logs, lift station logs, fire systems, etc.
• Report deficiencies, damages, and supply needs to the Property Manager.
• Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation for after-hours maintenance requests.
• Travel to nearby communities as assigned.
• Interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
• Support senior maintenance staff and assist at other properties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical coursework or certification preferred.
• 0–2 years of general maintenance or trade experience.
• Ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, appliance, HVAC, and painting tasks.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow guidance from senior maintenance staff.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools required to perform job duties.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

PAY & SCHEDULE

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, with some weekend and evening work as needed.

BENEFITS

Bear Real Estate Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Annual merit-based increases
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid time off and 8+ paid holidays
• Voluntary benefits: Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Lifetime learning opportunities and leadership training
• Annual employee appreciation events, team outings, and company-wide recognition programs
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that shape neighborhoods and improve lives
• Performance-based bonuses and commissions