Residential Maintenance Technician

American Avenue Property Management (AA) is a boutique real estate fund specializing in the management of affordable, single‑family rentals across the U.S. Our mission is to provide residents with the best rental experience by leveraging innovative, software‑driven operations to manage and improve homes in dozens of markets simultaneously. We pride ourselves on creating safe, comfortable, and quality living environments for our residents.

As a PE, you’ll play a key role in ensuring tenant satisfaction by inspecting, repairing, and maintaining homes. You’ll proactively identify and address issues, setting the standard for our relationship with tenants through excellent service and communication.

• Perform general maintenance and repairs with a primary focus on property turnovers ("turns")
  • Emphasis on general carpentry (painting, cleaning, laying LVP, sheetrock, drywall, etc.)
  • Trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) preferred but not required
• Travel from home to home within your metro daily
• Conduct property inspections, secure homes, and complete vacancy/wellness checks
• Handle minor pre‑renovation repairs, utility inspections, and basic troubleshooting
• Manage move‑in/out meetings and property turnovers
  • Ability to "Turn" homes (repairing/light renovation for each new tenant) is a must
• Maintain and document property conditions using handheld technology (e.g., iPad, iPhone)

• Trustworthy: be the friendly, reliable point of contact for residents, neighbors, and code enforcement, creating a positive, trust‑based relationship with tenants
• Ownership: take full responsibility for work orders, set realistic expectations, communicate timelines, and follow through to resolution
• Clear Communication: keep residents informed every step of the way, ensuring they know the next steps and expected completion dates

• Residential construction/turn experience; proficient in carpentry and property turns (plumbing, HVAC, electrical work desired but not required)
• Customer‑focused: strong communication skills for positive resident and team interactions
• Tools & transportation: must own tools and have a truck or van
• Licensing & location: valid driver’s license required; reside within reasonable proximity
• Problem‑solving skills: excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Tech‑savvy: comfortable using handheld devices for work orders and updates (iOS)
• Code knowledge: familiar with building codes, EPA, and OSHA regulations
• Professionalism: maintain a reliable, professional appearance
• On‑call ready: available for emergency requests

• COMPENSATION
  • Industry leading hourly rate
  • Bonus incentives every quarter tied to performance
• GUARANTEED
  
  HOURS:
  
  guarantee at least 40 hours of work, or we will make up the difference
• GAS/VEHICLE REIMBURSEMENT: reimburse 72.5 cents per mile for gas and vehicle usage
• OTHER PERKS: PTO, Health/Dental, 401K, and more
• GROWTH:
  American Avenue is rapidly growing, offering strong opportunities for performers
• TOOL REIMBURSEMENT policy
• STREAMLINED TECHNOLOGY: we provide tools to route, assign, and manage your workflow

This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about creating safe, comfortable homes and are looking for a role with autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to make a positive impact. Join us to help shape the reputation and success of American Avenue.