Facilities Maintenance Technician

Lakeside on Sylvia is an entity that supports business operations for three family-owned Minnesota business ventures. We’re a small team of professionals committed to hospitality, creative problem solving, and stewarding our business opportunities with excellence. We’re looking to add a like-minded individual to our team – the right candidate has property management and/or handyman experience, has a strong work ethic, and enjoys a lot of variety from day to day. 

This position is full-time and reports to the Property Manager.  

Job Responsibilities:  

• Perform tasks such as drywall repair, painting, carpentry work, electrical and plumbing maintenance 

• Assist in regular maintenance of building HVAC units and related systems 

• Assist with tenant move-in, move-out, and remodeling projects for new tenant spaces when applicable 

• Perform groundskeeping tasks, including mowing, edging, applying herbicides, trimming bushes, weed control, and mulching landscaping beds 

• Perform daily cleaning of all common spaces, including restrooms, kitchens, stairways, trash cans, parking lots 

• Be available for all weather events when snow or ice is expected, including shoveling, salting, and snow blowing 

• Maintain and repair a fleet of machinery to aid in all grounds maintenance tasks 

• Assist in special projects assigned by owner and Property Manager 

• Aid in short term rental of cabin properties to include cleaning, repairs and boat maintenance 

Requirements:  

• High school diploma required, additional education preferred 

• 3 years of relevant property management and/or handyman experience 

• Ability to operate heavy machinery, including skid loaders, plow trucks, and tractors 

• Ability to lift 100 pounds and to sit, stand, reach, and kneel for long periods of time 

• Available to work a variable schedule, including nights and weekends, in case of weather events 

• Work primarily performed on site in Lakeville, MN but travel will be periodically required to other worksites as far as 80 miles from Lakeville office 

• Valid driver’s license 

Pay & Benefits: Compensation is $18-28/hr, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time, 40 hours/week position paid hourly. We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off.