Roving Maintenance Technician Multifamily Des Moines

Who We Are

ARTISAN is a growing multifamily investment and property management company focused on creating communities where people are proud to live and work. We own and operate apartment communities across the Midwest and are known for our strong operational standards, collaborative culture, and people‑first mindset.

We take our responsibility to our communities seriously, while still believing that a positive, welcoming environment matters. At ARTISAN, you’ll find a culture that values accountability and results, encourages learning and growth, and understands that creating great resident experiences starts with a team that enjoys working together.

We move quickly while staying organized, adaptable, and consistent—so our residents can rely on us every day. We trust our team members to take ownership, make thoughtful decisions, and do what’s right for the people who call our communities home. We believe the best ideas come from listening, collaborating, and staying connected to our residents. If you enjoy working with supportive teammates and taking pride in creating positive, well‑run living experiences, you’ll feel right at home at ARTISAN.

The Roving Maintenance Technician is responsible for protecting, maintaining, and enhancing the value of each assigned community while also maximizing the living experience for residents. This is achieved through expert and timely resolution of maintenance requests and upholding ARTISAN’s standards of care and professionalism.

This is a roving position that may be based in Central Iowa, Eastern Iowa, or Chicago, with travel required within the assigned region. The hourly pay range is $33–$38 per hour, with compensation determined based on location, experience, and regional market conditions.

• Provide on‑site support across the portfolio through frequent travel to fill temporary staffing gaps and deliver training support.
• Conduct all business in accordance with ARTISAN policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other Federal and State laws.
• Maintain community facilities and grounds in line with company standards and community objectives.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of facility equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of facility equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Assists with the inspection of common areas and apartment homes to ensure proper maintenance and standards are achieved and sustained.
• Follow all city, state, federal and EPA regulations and documentation procedures for HVAC equipment and refrigerant including all maintenance, service, repair, and disposal of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
• Follows health department, city, state, and federal procedures, practices and record‑keeping requirements applicable to pools and spas are followed to maintain proper water chemistry and sanitation.
• Secure tools, equipment, and storage areas at all times.
• Participate in ARTISAN training as required.
• Perform general repairs and replacements, including flooring, ceilings, walls, siding, roofing, doors, hardware, windows, screens.
• Diagnose and repair appliances, electrical systems, plumbing, water heaters, and various HVAC units (split systems, PTACs, heat pumps).
• Coordinate with appropriate vendors, suppliers, or management to replace building systems, appliances, or plumbing components when repairs are no longer feasible.
• Maintain pools/spas/fountains, chemicals, required logs, and associated safety equipment

The Roving Maintenance Technician will be exposed to constant activity that requires intermittent standing, bending, crouching, pushing, pulling, lifting, moving, carrying light and heavy loads, climbing stairs and ladders. A working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements is expected, and adherence to ARTISAN and regulatory safety protocols is required.

At ARTISAN, our team members are guided by five Core Values that define how we work and serve our communities.

• Empowerment:
  You support onsite teams across multiple…