Maintenance Technician

We're currently hiring a Maintenance Technician to join our team to support multiple locations in the suburban Detroit area (Royal Oak, Canton, Plymouth, and Ypsilanti). If you're hands-on, take pride in your work, are self-motivated and enjoy being part of a community-focused company, we'd love to meet you!

Hours: 5 consecutive 8-hour days between Monday and Saturday based on business needs. In addition, the candidate will be subject to an on-call schedule to cover evening and weekend requirements.

The job requires travel between locations and the candidate must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation. Mileage is reimbursed.

About Us:

We're a fast-growing, forward-thinking property management company with a passion for people and a drive for excellence. At Venn Point Communities, we believe that property management is more than just maintaining buildings, it's about creating communities where residents feel valued and owners feel confident.

As a startup founded by experienced professionals, we're building something different: a company where innovation meets integrity, and where every team member has a voice. We embrace technology, streamline operations, and lead with service. If you're looking to join a team that's building from the ground up-with heart, hustle, and a commitment to doing things the right way-you've come to the right place.

What You'll Do:

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll play a key role in maintaining the overall appearance and functionality of the community. In a nutshell, you'll:

Perform routine and preventive maintenance across assigned properties

• Diagnose and repair issues related to:
• Plumbing
• Electrical systems
• HVAC (basic troubleshooting)
• Carpentry and general building repairs
• Appliances
• Complete work orders in a timely, professional manner
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests as needed
• Assist with unit turnovers, including painting, repairs, and fixture replacements
• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance inventory
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and building codes
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and tenants
• Communicate effectively with property managers and team members

Other duties may include:

• Keep property in top-notch condition. This involves maintaining the cleanliness of the grounds including the lawns, sidewalks, parking areas, breezeways, stairwells and common areas.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as leaf removal, snow removal, and light landscaping
• Assist in the preparation of apartments and common areas for inspections, tours, and resident events
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards and report any safety hazards, property damage, or maintenance concerns to the maintenance team or supervisor
• Distribute notices, flyers, and other communications from the management office to the residents as directed.
• Maintain a professional appearance while being courteous and having a helpful demeanor with owners, residents, prospective residents, coworkers, vendors, etc.
• Perform all other duties assigned

What You'll Need to Succeed:

We're looking for someone with a solid foundation in maintenance and a willingness to grow. Ideally, you bring:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 years of work experience in property maintenance or related field
• A valid driver's license
• Effective communication skills-able to interact professionally and clearly, both verbally and in writing
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a team-first mindset are just as important as technical skills
• Can frequently lift and carry up to 45 lbs, occasionally lift and carry up to 80 lbs, push and pull appliance dolly up to 200 lbs, move objects from one floor to another, frequently bend/stoop, climb stairs, kneel, balance, reach above shoulder height, walk and twist and have a normal range of vision, hearing and speech.
• Position will require working on-call hours, as scheduled or as necessary.
• Ability to work outdoors all year around which can include inclement weather - heat, cold, rain and snow

What's in it for Me?

• Competitive Pay $20-$22 per hour (depending on experience)
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability, Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Competitive Time-off Pay - Vacation & Sick
• Grow your skills with ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities
• Discount on rent if living on property

Please Note - It is the policy of VennPoint Communities that the highest possible professional standards are maintained at all times when you perform your assigned duties and responsibilities. Our success as a business is directly related to the quality of the service that we provide. Your contact with owners, residents, contractors, and VennPoint Communities personnel is to be guided by professional standards by having a positive attitude, constructive, supportive, and friendly behavior.

Employment with VennPoint Communities is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as local and federal state requires, and possession of a valid driver's license.

If you are interested in joining a growing team in a collaborative environment, please submit your resume by clicking on the apply button.

VennPoint Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer