Maintenance Technician

A Brief Overview

The Maintenance Technician II provides general and specialized maintenance to rental housing. This position may also perform work to prepare a rental unit for a change of occupancy. The role is a valuable member of the maintenance team and is responsible for checking, troubleshooting, and making routine repairs in 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.
• Perform skilled work in one or more trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, or locksmith requiring advanced knowledge, skills and troubleshooting abilities.
• Maintain equipment such as tools, gauges, Freon recovery systems, snakes, drills, etc., in ready‑repair status and demonstrate safe, proficient operational knowledge of tools.
• Understand and follow the proper use of equipment and chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow and adhere to an established preventive maintenance program for all heating and ventilation systems, performing required maintenance including filter replacement, etc.
• Assist in the make‑ready of vacated units including painting, sanding, varnishing, floor tile removal and replacement, ceramic tile replacement, drywall repair, fixture repair or replacement, floor stripping, waxing, polishing, window repair or replacement, and similar exterior work as required.
• Perform emergency maintenance including, but not limited to, sewage back‑ups, water main or lateral breaks (dig to expose line, repair, replace soil as needed), fires, weather‑related damage, other water leaks, appliance repairs, etc.
• Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Drive for the Company in a company vehicle or personal/rental vehicle for more than 50% of the time.

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) with advanced training resulting in a certification required, or a degree/journeyman license in building maintenance required, or 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 or five or more years’ experience in residential maintenance required.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance and 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, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally.
• Team player who pays close attention to detail and can prioritize in a fast‑moving environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially interacting effectively with a wide range of people in various situations.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Valid driver’s license in the state.
• EPA 608 certification within 180 days.

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 also consider internal and external factors as part of every final offer and offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

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

You must be able to pass a drug, background screen, and motor vehicle record check (if one is required per the position).

The Company and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of 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.