Senior Maintenance Technician - Cedar Rapids, IA

Axis Builders, a division of AXIS Real Estate Investment Firm, is seeking a full-time Senior Maintenance Technician. The applicant’s responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks aimed at renovating, repairing, and maintaining rental units to ensure they meet high-quality standards and provide a comfortable living environment for tenants. They will be a full-time onsite presence at our Southview property.

An ideal candidate is someone who is motivated, organized, and solution-oriented. They take pride in and stand by their work. This person enjoys helping others, learning and teaching a variety of skills, and driving their work to completion. This role helps shape the reputation, value, and sustainability for AXIS.

Our Vision: Raise the Standard of Living

Our Mission: To Glorify God Through Excellent Stewardship

Our Core Values: Excellence in Everything | Relationship Builders | Speed is Life | Kickass Culture

Primary Responsibilities

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  • LMA: Lead, manage, and bring accountability and support to our Southview maintenance team
  
  
  • Complete assigned maintenance and unit turn tasks according to schedule while providing friendly and professional service
    
    
    
    • Includes but not limited to painting, flooring replacement, fixture installation, minor carpentry, HVAC maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, replace appliances
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Document work performed and update work orders accordingly in AppFolio
    
    
    
    • Timely submission of receipts
    
    
    • Properly record hours on work orders
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Ensure property compliance with local housing codes and manage inspection readiness
  
  
  • Recommend and drive maintenance projects to completion
  
  
  • Communicate issues, parts required, and follow-ups to Coordinators and Office
  
  
  
  

Secondary Responsibilities

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  • Proactively suggest and implement preventative maintenance plans
  
  
  • Conduct routine inspections and suggest preventative maintenance and equipment improvements
  
  
  • Ensure all work is carried out in a safe manner to prevent accidents and injuries
  
  
  • Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, including after hours emergencies, to address critical issues and minimize disruptions for residents
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience in renovation, repair, and maintenance work, preferably in a rental property or similar setting.


• Strong, comprehensive understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems
  


• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to lead crews and work independently


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with tenants, property managers, and fellow team members.


• Demonstrated commitment to safety and adherence to industry regulations and best practices.


• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts to address urgent maintenance needs.


• Physical stamina and agility to perform tasks that may involve lifting heavy objects, working at heights, and navigating confined spaces.

Benefits

• Be a part of a rapidly growing and dynamic company
  


• Flexible work hours tailored for work-life balance


• Opportunity for career advancement


• Generous PTO and holiday breaks


• Paid weekly
  

The team at AXIS is excited for this future partnership opportunity.