Maintenance Technician

Hiring for Maintenance Technicians at all levels: I, II, and III

A Brief Overview
The Maintenance Technician provides general and specialized maintenance to rental housing. This position may also perform work to prepare rental units during change of occupancy. This role is a valuable member of the maintenance team and is responsible for checking, troubleshooting, and making routine repairs in the following areas: air conditioning, water heaters, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other building maintenance areas.

This position will frequently work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as in attics, crawl spaces, and other tight spaces, depending on the maintenance requirement.

• Respond to service requests regarding furnaces, air‑conditioning systems, appliances, water heaters, solar collection, disposals, general plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other required maintenance items, as may be required.
• Perform skilled work in one or more trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, or locksmith requiring advanced knowledge and skills and advanced troubleshooting abilities.
• Maintain equipment such as tools, gauges, Freon recovery systems, snakes, drills, etc., in ready repair and demonstrate a safe/proficient operational knowledge of tools.
• Understand and follow the proper use of equipment and chemicals and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow and adhere to an established preventive maintenance program for all heating and ventilation systems and perform the required maintenance including replacement of filters, etc.
• Assist in the make‑ready of vacated units including, but not limited to, painting, sanding, and varnishing, floor tile removal and replacement, ceramic tile replacement, drywall repair, fixture repair and/or replacement, floor stripping, waxing, polishing, window repair and/or replacement, etc., as required from time to time. Similar work may also be required on the exterior of the home to make ready.
• Perform emergency maintenance, including but not limited to sewage back‑ups, water main and/or lateral breaks (dig to expose line, repair, and replace soil as needed), fires, weather‑related damage, other types of water leaks, appliance repairs, etc.
• Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• This position requires driving for the Company using either a Company vehicle at any frequency from rarely to constantly, or a personal or rental vehicle to conduct Company business more than 50% of the time to perform work duties.

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) with advanced training resulting in a certification required, or a degree/journeyman license in building maintenance, one or more skilled trades or other related subject required, or an acceptable amount of on‑the‑job experience in building maintenance or one of the skilled trades required.
• 4-6 years (five or more years) experience in residential maintenance required.
• Have strong knowledge of Building Maintenance and have specialized knowledge in one or more of the following trades/skills: electrical, HVAC, plumbing, appliance repair, or locksmith.
• Able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physical work, as well as lift weights of up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally.
• Requires a team player who pays close attention to detail and can prioritize in a fast‑moving environment.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of different people in a variety of situations.
• Basic Computer knowledge.
• Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality are essential for this position.
• Basic understanding of safety practices.
• Requires use of technology platforms daily.
• Driver's License, valid and in state required.
• EPA 608 Certification within 180 days required.

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer and also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and more.

The Company and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.