Apartment Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician – Multifamily Properties Charleston, SC | Full-Time | $22–$26/hour

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, with a rotating after-hours on-call schedule

Additional Compensation:
On-call stipend + overtime for eligible after-hours work

Reports To:

Maintenance Supervisor / Property Manager About the Opportunity We’re looking for a hands-on, dependable Maintenance Technician who enjoys variety and takes pride in keeping residential properties in excellent condition.

This is a great opportunity for someone who can confidently handle make-ready work, punch lists, resident service requests, and general property maintenance. One day you may be turning a vacant apartment and completing drywall repairs and paint touch-ups; the next, you may be troubleshooting a plumbing issue, replacing a fixture, or helping diagnose an HVAC problem.

You’ll work across multiple multifamily properties and will play an important role in ensuring homes are safe, functional, clean, and ready for residents.

If you’re the type of person who can look at a maintenance issue and say, “I can figure that out,” we’d like to hear from you.

What You’ll DoUnit Turns & Make-Ready Work Complete punch lists and prepare vacant units for new residents

Perform drywall patching, painting, and paint touch-ups Complete caulking and minor flooring repairs

Repair or replace doors, windows, hardware, fixtures, and other components

Identify and address items that could prevent a unit from being move-in ready

Resident Service Requests Respond promptly and professionally to resident work orders

Diagnose and repair common plumbing, electrical, appliance, carpentry, and general maintenance issues

Communicate professionally with residents while working inside occupied homes

Keep work areas clean and minimize disruption to residents

Preventive Maintenance Perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout properties

Assist with seasonal preventive maintenance

Maintain building systems, common areas, and grounds

Identify potential maintenance issues before they become larger problemsHVAC Support Assist with basic HVAC troubleshooting and repairs

Perform routine HVAC-related maintenance within your level of training and certification EPA Section 608 certification is a plus Documentation & Communication Complete work orders accurately using a smartphone or tablet

Document completed work and provide photos when required

Communicate job status and outstanding issues with the property management team Maintain accurate records of materials and repairs

On-Call Responsibilities Participate in a rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule

Respond to urgent maintenance issues such as:

- Water leaks or water intrusion

No heat/no AC Lockouts

Plumbing emergencies

Electrical issues

Life-safety concerns

On-call stipend plus overtime is available for qualifying after-hours work Safety & Property Upkeep Maintain tools, equipment, inventory, and work areas

Follow all company safety procedures

Use appropriate PPE and safe work practices

Maintain a professional appearance and represent the company positively at every property

What We’re Looking For1–3+ years of experience in apartment maintenance, residential maintenance, make-ready work, or a related skilled trade

Strong handyman skills and the ability to troubleshoot problems independently

Working knowledge of:

- Plumbing Basic electrical

Drywall and painting

Carpentry Appliances General  building maintenance

Ability to manage multiple work orders and prioritize a punch list Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

Excellent customer service skills and professionalism when working in residents’ homes

Comfortable working independently across multiple properties

Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for work orders,…