Area Maintenance Specialist

Job overview

The Area Maintenance Specialist role is an in-person, roving position supporting properties throughout the Twin Cities, based from Minneapolis, MN. Compensation is $36–$40 per hour, depending on experience and skill set. Aeon develops, owns, and manages affordable communities, and its maintenance team helps residents feel safe, respected, and proud of their homes. This senior technical resource diagnoses complex building-system issues, performs preventive maintenance and repairs, and supports inspections and specialized projects across the portfolio. The role also strengthens site teams through hands-on guidance and training, helping maintain reliable buildings and consistent maintenance practices.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair boilers, HVAC, building automation, plumbing, electrical, and other multifamily systems
• conduct inspections and preventive maintenance
• document findings and repairs
• support properties with complex or high-priority needs and inspection preparation
• train and coach site maintenance staff
• coordinate projects and vendor work
• communicate respectfully with residents and follow safety requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

area maintenance specialist

twin cities mn

aeon

$36–$40/hr

multifamily maintenance

boilers

hvac

building automation

preventive maintenance

technical training

roving maintenance

monday–friday

8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

no regular on-call rotation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and employee assistance program
• support for required certifications.

Why this role

Requires 5+ years of multifamily maintenance experience, a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, insurance, and basic maintenance tools. C2 Boiler’s License, EPA Universal Certification, CPO license, NSPIRE certification, and WRT certification must be held or obtainable within six months. Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; no regular on-call rotation, though occasional emergency response outside regular hours may be needed. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, retirement, paid time off, and an employee assistance program.

About the employer

Aeon is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Property Managers. Sector: 53.