Traveling Maintenance Technician

Overview

TRAVELING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

At Pratum Maintenance Services, we’re more than a maintenance provider - we are partners in creating exceptional living environments. Our team approaches every project with purpose and pride, delivering high-quality painting and resolving maintenance challenges across properties to ensure lasting quality, performance, and sustainability.

The Traveling Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor for daily task assignments and technical guidance and may be required to travel among various properties as needed to support the team and ensure all communities are well maintained and operating smoothly.

• Complete service requests in a timely manner.
• Complete make-ready apartment units or turns.
• Demonstrate experience in general repair, maintenance, plumbing, electrical, drywall, appliance, carpentry, HVAC and painting for residential property management (HVAC preferred).
• Maintain reliable transportation; may travel to properties within the DMV area. Must have an unrestricted driver’s license and favorable motor vehicle history. Mileage reimbursement or travel stipend may be provided if eligible.
• Maintain the facility’s internal and external physical plant and property (including grounds, curb appeal, etc.).
• Be task-focused and deadline- and detail-oriented.
• Handle physical workload, including working in hot and cold temperatures.
• Troubleshoot service requests and work orders for repairs and maintenance.
• Demonstrate effective knowledge of maintenance and repair tools.
• Occasionally work on-call after hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.
• Perform routine maintenance and care of equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Able to frequently walk throughout the property and assess/repair/report any liability problems immediately.
• 2+ years of Residential Property Management Maintenance & Repair experience.
• Must communicate effectively in English, both in person and in writing.
• Proficient in utilizing property management systems to manage and track work orders.
• Other tasks, duties, responsibilities, and projects as assigned by management.

Two years’ experience as a residential property management maintenance technician, including at least 18 months of education, on-the-job training, or formal training beyond high school in general apartment maintenance and repair, HVAC maintenance and repair, or closely related experience. A pre-hire maintenance skills test or evaluation may be required.

• Basic computer systems knowledge.
• Ability to use computerized software for maintenance tickets, tracking, reporting, and completion.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook, Teams, Word and Excel.
• Some knowledge of basic internet.

• Light to heavy lifting; work in indoor and outdoor settings in all weather conditions. May involve exposure to hazardous materials with proper safety procedures and PPE.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and respond to emergencies on-call as needed.
• Essential physical requirements include good hand-eye coordination and the ability to safely use tools and equipment; access to all areas of a property, including rooftops, crawl spaces, and tight or elevated areas. May involve lifting 50 to 100 pounds and performing bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, and climbing ladders.
• Strong teamwork and a collaborative attitude are essential.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth through development opportunities offered by the corporate office and external training programs. Engage in career path activities to enhance skills and support performance and career advancement.

This role is non-exempt with an anticipated hourly pay range of $21-$26/hour for a new employee, depending on experience and other factors. Potential discretionary or performance-based bonuses. Overtime eligible for hours over 40 per week. Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for 2 weeks paid vacation, 1 week sick leave and related leave, 11 paid holidays, and health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Company’s website.

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Pratum Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.