Title: Maintenance Technician Looking for full-time, year-round, recession-proof work? As a maintenance technician in the residential property management field, you’ll have a consistent, secure job that enables you to work with your hands, help people, and solve problems. RPM maintenance technicians prepare apartments for new residents, make repairs in apartments of current residents, and perform routine maintenance in and around the community.This job and career path have advantages that you can’t find everywhere, even in other maintenance jobs, such as: Consistent work. The RPM industry is resilient, and as an RPM maintenance technician, you’ll have work even when COVID-19 guidelines result in closing down other industries, such as hospitality, restaurant, and retail. Also, you won’t experience seasonal lulls the way you might as HVAC contractor; construction worker; or other commercial maintenance specialists. Comprehensive benefits. With a job as an RPM maintenance technician, your needs are covered with a benefits package that includes health insurance, a 401(k), sick leave, and life insurance. RPM careers also offer paid holidays and vacations, and many provide rent reduction and tuition assistance. Range of work and knowledge. You’ll be trained and asked to fix problems with plumbing, electricity, heating, cooling, locks, carpentry, and more. Variety. No two days are alike. You’ll have different tasks in different apartments where you’ll interact with and help different people every day. Personal interaction. You’ll get to know the people you are helping in the community, and they’ll be thankful for what you do.A maintenance technician job is good for self-motivated problem-solvers who are eager to learn. The job may be especially well-suited for someone with technical school training or military, construction, contracting, or home repair experience. Companies tend to promote from within, so with some years of experience under your belt, you could become a regional maintenance manager for a portfolio of communities!Annual Base Salary Range*Entry level: $34,500 – $44,000Maintenance supervisor: $49,000 – $65,200Regional maintenance manager: $76,000 – $109,800Additional Earnings*Overtime and bonus pay: 6.7% – 11.4% of salaryHousing BenefitsSome employers offer rent reductions of 20% or more.* Source: CEL & Associates 2019 Real Estate Compensation Survey. These salary ranges are not reflective of every market and may be higher or lower depending on geographic area and employer. About the Company: National Apartment Association The National Apartment Association envisions a world where rental housing is a valued partner in every community. NAA is the leading voice for the rental housing industry and as a trusted partner, valued connector and a powerful advocate, we are committed to serving 145 state and local affiliates, over 91,000 members and more than 11 million apartment homes globally. We lead the way home. Company Size: 20 to 49 employees Industry: Other/Not Classified Founded: 0 Website: https://www.naahq.org/
See More Details >>Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration, Inc. is a Midwest leader in industrial and commercial refrigeration that has been in business for over 90 years. CSR is a design-build refrigeration contractor specializing in refrigeration systems for customers, priding ourselves with the relationships that we build with our customers, as well as our employees. CSR offices are located in Marshall, MN, Sauk Rapids, MN and Sioux Falls, SD. We provide our clients with 24/7 service along with preventative maintenance options to maximize the useful life of their refrigeration systems. Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration, Inc. is seeking a full-time, Refrigeration Engineer for our Minnesota and/or Sioux Falls locations, to work primarily with our industrial refrigeration projects. About the Position • Full time, Refrigeration Engineer • Salary Range: $105k - $150k • Pay based on experience, body of work to date, and many additional factors. • Hybrid position requests will be considered • Will not sponsor a visa • Weekly Pay Periods Benefits • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • 401K Retirement Plan (Up to a 4% company match) • Health Savings Account • Life and AD&D Insurance • Employer Provided Short- and Long-Term Disability • Year End Incentive Bonus Program • Mentorship program with licensed Professional Engineers • Company Vehicle Duties/Responsibilities including but not limited to: The Refrigeration Engineer shall be responsible for all aspects of the proper design and project estimation of all assigned projects. These duties include: • Conduct the initial meetings with customers or potential customers for the purpose of understanding the customer’s needs and developing a potential sale. • Complete the system design, engineering analyses and drawings as necessary to support project development and enhance customer relationships. • The formulation of bid calculations and bid documents for a project. • The selection and pricing of equipment. • Development of proposals, quotes and estimates that will sell the project and protect all parties. • Understand and incorporate demands on company resources, primarily manpower and equipment. • Coordinate peer review on all projects. Discuss and incorporate pertinent thoughts and ideas. • Coordination with operations to ensure complete understanding of each project. • The closing of the project sale. • Coordinate with Operations to continually optimize the bidding/estimating process. • The estimator is accountable for accurate estimates and will therefore continually monitor project performance. • Participate in pre and post project reviews. • Assisting with and coordinate system start up and commissioning. This work will be coordinated with the project team leader and the appropriate Service Coordinator. • Other duties as assigned. The Engineer has the responsibility to work with Estimators, Project Manager(s), and the Service department to optimize the various projects and tasks that need to be accomplished The Engineer will report to the Engineering Manager. The Engineering Manager will meet with the Engineer at least quarterly for the purpose of providing a performance appraisal. During this meeting performance goals will be reviewed, modified and agreed upon; training and educational requirements will be discussed. Education and Experience: • 4-year Mechanical Engineering Degree (Required) • 3+ years of industrial refrigeration experience (Required) • Experience and interest in Design/Build Refrigeration Projects (Required) • Ammonia and CO2 Experience (Preferred) Additional Requirements • Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record • Excellent verbal and written communications skills, detail oriented and highly motivated • Develop and maintain excellent customer relations #hc172429
See More Details >>Entering the HVAC trade in Marshall, MN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 HVAC technicians nationwide, with 40,670 in Minnesota, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $996 per week in Marshall, with an annual overtime average of $51,792. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,300 annually for experienced professionals.
