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Construction Technician

Rochester, MN

$20 - $23/hr

Receive a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile device, and all the technology you need to succeed. We ... Light carpentry work * Communicate clearly with customers. * Maintain company equipment and ...

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How much do mobile carpenter jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile carpenter in Rochester, MN is $25.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.25 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mobile Carpenter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mobile Carpenter, you need strong carpentry skills, experience with construction materials, and often a relevant trade certification or apprenticeship. Familiarity with power tools, mobile work platforms, and sometimes project management or invoicing software is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, customer service, and time-management skills help you adapt to diverse job sites and client needs. These skills ensure quality workmanship, efficient service delivery, and customer satisfaction in dynamic, on-location environments.

What are some common challenges faced by mobile carpenters while working on different job sites?

Mobile carpenters often encounter challenges such as adapting to varying work environments, transporting tools and materials, and coordinating schedules with clients and other contractors. Each job site may have unique space constraints, safety requirements, or unexpected obstacles that require creative problem-solving. Being organized, flexible, and having strong communication skills are essential to ensure projects stay on track and meet client expectations.

What are mobile carpenters?

Mobile carpenters are skilled tradespeople who travel to various job sites to perform carpentry work, rather than working from a fixed location or workshop. They are equipped with the tools and materials needed to handle a wide range of tasks such as repairs, installations, framing, and finishing work at homes, businesses, or construction sites. Their mobility allows them to respond quickly to client needs and provide on-site solutions for both small and large projects.

What is the difference between Mobile Carpenter vs Framing Carpenter?

AspectMobile CarpenterFraming Carpenter
CertificationsCarpentry license, OSHA safety trainingCarpentry license, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentOn-site at various locations, traveling between sitesConstruction sites, primarily framing structures
Industry UsageResidential, commercial, and renovation projectsBuilding frameworks for walls, floors, and roofs

Mobile Carpenters and Framing Carpenters both require similar certifications and often work in construction environments. However, Mobile Carpenters typically travel between multiple sites and handle diverse carpentry tasks, while Framing Carpenters focus specifically on constructing the structural framework of buildings.

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Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Riverstone Communities

Rochester, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Do you thrive in environments where no two days are the same? Are you a skilled problem-solver with a knack for keeping properties in working order? Do you enjoy leading a team? If so, we need your expertise! Join our team as a Maintenance Supervisor and help us enrich the lives of our residents and team members. 
 
We are currently seeking a qualified Maintenance Supervisor and a Level 2 Maintenance Technician to work for two of our communities Oak Terrace and Parkside Mobile Home Parks located at 1618 Marion Rd SE Rochester, MN 55904.

 

Why Join Us?
  • Maintenance Supervisor Pay Rate: $59,000-$65,000 per year and Level 2 Maintenance Technician Pay Rate: $21.00-$23.50 per hour
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan offerings for you and eligible family members
  • 401(k) retirement plan, with a company match
  • 13 Paid Holidays Off, which includes getting your birthday off
  • Robust Paid Time Off (PTO)* and Wellness PTO
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave*
  • A schedule that is flexible to your needs and the needs of the property
  • A Boot Barn voucher to spend up to $150 on work boots
  • On site company tools that are necessary to complete your job 
  • Ongoing training and internal growth opportunities
  • The ability to provide feedback in many different forms to many different people
  • A workplace that CARES about their team members, where you aren’t just a number in the organization, but a person who is treated with respect and can openly share their ideas to make the workplace better
  • Our inclusive culture offers countless opportunities beyond daily tasks, including involvement in committees, the training team, and town halls. With an open-door policy for feedback and a commitment to growth and diversity, you can make a meaningful impact on yourself, your teammates, and the community.
*effective date of benefit dependent upon tenure of employment

 

Maintenance Supervisor Job Duties:
  • Lead team of Maintenance Technicians while completing hands on maintenance work
  • Manage to an established budget without sacrificing quality of work
  • Establish and maintain relationships with vendors
  • Plumbing work such as repairing or replacing faucets and toilets, operating a sewer cleanout auger, diagnosing and repairing a simple water leak
  • Electrical work such as light fixtures, GFCI’s, understanding lightbulb wattage, replacing breakers and fuses, replacing outlets and light switches
  • Carpentry work such as building stairs and ramps, framing doors and windows, installing landscaping timbers
  • Additional residential repairs including replacing/installing floors, installing siding and skirting, installing/replacing doors and windows, drywalling and painting
  • Oversee the curb appeal of the community and make sure it is up to Riverstone Communities’ standards which includes:
    • Picking up trash around the community
    • Groundskeeping including lawn mowing, planting flowers, weeding/weed eating, etc
  • Complete clean outs of homes
  • Read water meters for each home
  • Finish work orders in an efficient and timely manner
  • Take training classes online/virtually via a computer or tablet
  • Complete day to day duties with minimal supervision
  • Adhere to all safety laws and regulations
  • Conduct regular inventory checks on equipment and supplies
**Specific maintenance knowledge/skills will be tested for accuracy. This is a hands on, working supervisor position.
Maintenance Supervisor Requirements: 
  • Proven experience leading a team of 2+ team members or managing multiple vendor agreements/relationships
  • 3+ years of experience in residential or commercial property maintenance OR in a technical field such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC
  • 3+ years of experience in groundskeeping and/or landscaping
  • 3+ years of experience in some of the following: carpentry, painting (indoor/outdoor), flooring, drywalling, installing windows and doors, roofing, or framing
  • Successfully managed maintenance budget and was focused to saving dollars without sacrificing company standards or quality of work
  • Ability to be very active - walking, bending, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Willing to work outside in all weather conditions
  • Willingness to use technology/learn technology in a basic capacity
  • Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle (drive to different locations on the property) with a valid driver’s license
**Specific maintenance knowledge/skills will be tested for accuracy.

 

At Riverstone Communities, we don’t just accept differences - we celebrate them, we support them and we thrive on them for the benefit of our team members and communities. As a company who has been around for over 25 years, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and start a fulfilling career with us at Riverstone Communities!
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