Property Maintenance Technician 1

Posted: 10/21/2026

Government

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being.

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Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

Expected starting salary is $24.40 to $32.59. Full salary range $24.40 to $40.77.

A combination of education and experience equivalent to two (2) years of experience in a building maintenance or customer-focused position as listed in the work functions.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, maintains the residential units and grounds of the Olmsted County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (the HRA) properties. Performs preventative and routine maintenance, makes minor electrical, plumbing and carpentry repair, maintains the landscape and removes snow and ice. Contacts outside contractors for extensive or complex repairs according to established procedures. Prepares vacant units for new tenants. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

Maintains and repairs mechanical, plumbing, and door locking systems in housing units according to established procedures. Examples include but are not limited to repairing or replacing faucets, clearing clogged drains and repairing windows and screens.
Repairs and refurbishes vacant units prior to occupancy, including changing locks, installing appliances, and coordinating contractors to ensure unit meets established standards.
Purchases supplies and equipment.
Operates vehicles and equipment including snowplows, riding mowers, snow blowers, saws, and other equipment.
Maintains building exteriors, including painting or staining walls and trim, patching holes, replacing worn or damaged areas, and making building improvements.
Maintains the grounds around the buildings. Mows, waters, fertilizes, prunes and wraps trees or shrubs. Removes trash, clears snow from walkways and lots, and spreads sand and salt on ice.
Completes required paperwork, including daily work logs, work orders and turn over paperwork.
Responds to emergency calls to make temporary or permanent repairs or adjustments to mechanical, plumbing, or electrical systems in units.
Performs related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of building maintenance including carpentry, plumbing, and heating systems.
Knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with the area of work assignments.
Ability to make operating adjustments, recognize deficiencies and take appropriate action.
Skill in performing maintenance tasks for residential housing.
Skill in the use of computers and technology.
Skill in the use of tools and equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, occasionally under unfavorable weather conditions.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work on ladders, roofs, in mechanical rooms, basements, attics and other adverse places.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to work with a varied client base including special populations, clients with special needs and persons of diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds.
Ability to effectively prioritize and organize work.
Ability to work independently.

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.