Maintenance Technician

Defined Role: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the short-term asset preservation of real estate assets within an owner’s portfolio. In doing so, the technician will perform general maintenance and repairs on both occupied and vacant single-family homes. The performance of all tasks is expected to be in- compliance with general safety rules and regulations, in a timely manner, and up to the standards of the maintenance department. The maintenance technician will also aid in the inventory management system and provide recommendations for long-term asset preservation to the project management team.
Who we seek: We are igniting an effort which is nothing less than a drastic transformation of our entire approach and thought process around Asset Management’s procedures, processes & policies and cultural cultivation and at the center of this transformation is a key resource (you) who is an experienced change agent and is relentless in their pursuit of organizational excellence. As leaders, we passionately believe in our people, we noticeably want the best for our people and enthusiastically expect the best from our people.
Who we are: We are investors, developers, owners and operators of Scattered Site Single Family, Multifamily and Build for Rent assets throughout the Midwest and Southeast and in our sights is an intense mission to dramatically change the way we function, communicate, engage, evaluate, execute, course correct and think about our organizational growth, operations and management activities. We operate a vertically integrated real estate investment platform with a group of wholly owned subsidiaries that includes real estate brokerage, property management, property maintenance, construction project management, marketing/advertising efforts that both support our own investment strategies as well as serve the 3rd party marketplace. We possess an insatiable desire for growth, accomplishment and making the impossible happen and you should too.
Working with us , you will be challenged daily to improve yourself, work harder and faster than ever before and to take your skillsets and ability to accomplish to levels never thought possible and take on your position as if it was your own business. Our organization sparks the entrepreneurial spirit to help people live up to their true potential. Are you up to the challenge?


In your DNA will be a fire that burns, and the result is an Insane passion and high energy for creating change, improvement, and the natural incapability of accepting below bar standards, mediocrity, or anything less than the best . We need the right transformational leader in this role and are investing heavily in our mission to grow. If you are up for the challenge, we want to engage with you! If you truly consider yourself special and are prepared to demonstrate how and why - we look forward to hearing from you.


Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Operations Management:

• Coordinate and oversee maintenance activities across a portfolio of single family residential homes.
• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, HVAC, appliance troubleshooting, and other routine maintenance tasks.
• Create and maintain an efficient operation with established benchmarks for standards, cost, quality, labor, material, safety, and housekeeping of materials.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards, local building codes, safety regulations, and owner expectations.
• Maintain high standards for quality, cost efficiency, workmanship, safety, and property appearance while meeting established service level expectations.
• Perform periodic inspections to be reported back to the appropriate department(s)

Project Management: Provide information to the project management department / Account Mangers to proactively make necessary and recommended long-term repairs. 

• Aid in the assessment of large repairs and cap ex work orders and spot check for the completion of work by external third-party vendors

• Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program for capital expenditure items.
• Implement and maintain an inventory system of equipment, supplies, and parts.
• Provide information to the project management department in order to proactively make necessary and recommended long-term repairs.
• Stay current on subject matter trends, technology, and operational efficiencies and implement when appropriate.
• Work within set spending limits per property based on company and owner criteria.

• Perform other maintenance duties as requested.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Mental/Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.
 Auben’s Core Values:

• TEAM ORIENTED
• SOLUTION ORIENTED
• SENSE OF URGENCY
• DIRECT/COMMUNICATIVE
• ACCOUNTABLE
• UNDERDOG DNA

 
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and market standards.

How to respond : To demonstrate your interest in the above opportunity please respond with your resume and a brief cover letter written specifically addressing why you feel you should be considered a successful candidate. Please provide three dates of availability and desired compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Auben Realty is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected status, ensuring fair employment practices across all aspects of our organization.

DISCLAIMER
The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.