Building Maintenance Technician chez Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS)

Building Maintenance Technician 📍 Milwaukee, WI | 💼 Part-time | ⏰ 7 AM – 5 PM, Monday through Friday | 📞 Rotating On-Call 💲 $24–$26/hour | Comprehensive Benefits | Immediate Opening

Are you ready to use your hands-on skills to make a real difference in people’s lives? Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a dedicated Building Maintenance Technician to join our Housing team. This role supports our Low-income Tax Credit Housing apartment buildings, office locations, and program sites throughout the Milwaukee area, with a primary focus at our 7500 N. Granville location.

🔧 Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and repairs: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and more

• Conduct preventative maintenance on boilers, water heaters, and mechanical systems

• Maintain property appearance, landscaping, and snow removal

• Respond to emergency maintenance calls (rotating on-call schedule)

• Ensure compliance with HUD, WHEDA, REAC, and local codes

• Monitor vendor work and maintain accurate documentation

• Assist with unit turnovers, equipment setup, and facility inspections

✅ Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• 2+ years of experience in building and grounds maintenance

• Knowledge of building systems, tools, and safety procedures

• Ability to read blueprints and perform heavy manual labor

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (MVR check required)

🎁 Benefits:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)

• Mileage reimbursement

• Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with contribution option

• Annual raises prioritized

• Calm Wellness App – Premium Access

• Early Earned Wage Access via UKG Wallet

• Employee Assistance Program

• Service Awards & Recognition

🛠️ Work Environment:

• Indoor/outdoor settings with exposure to weather and household allergens

• Occasional lifting/moving up to 100 lbs

• Travel to multiple LSS sites as needed

Lutheran Social Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you're a motivated maintenance professional who values service and community, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now and help us build stronger communities—one repair at a time.