Maintenance Technician

PRC Management Company Inc - Hudson County Property

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and overall physical care of apartment buildings/complexes. This hands on role supports the Building Superintendent and property management team to ensure a well maintained, safe, and high quality living environment for all residents. The ideal candidate is a reliable professional with strong technical skills, a customer service mindset, and residential or multi-unit properties.

Complete daily service work orders with professionalism and attention to detail.

• Prepare market ready apartments, including cleaning, repairs, painting, and installations.
• Perform electrical repairs such as lighting fixtures, switches, outlets, appliances, and related equipment.
• Conduct plumbing repairs including clearing stoppages, repairing leaks, replacing fittings and valves, and basic pipe work.
• Perform carpentry tasks including fitting doors, installing molding, floor repairs, framing, sanding, and refinishing.
• Complete sheetrock repair, spackling, priming, and painting as needed.
• Assist with flooring repairs or replacements.

• Maintain all common areas, including lobbies, hallways, laundry rooms, elevators, and amenity spaces in accordance with company standards.
• Conduct routine cleaning and custodial tasks for resident turnover.
• Maintain building grounds, walkways, and exterior areas.
• Perform repairs involving concrete, roofing, masonry, and fencing as necessary.
• Participate in all ongoing building improvement and capital projects.
• Support HVAC controls and ensure familiarity with building mechanical systems.

• Participate in the on call rotation for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Respond promptly to emergency requests including floods, power outages, leaks, and safety risks.
• Demonstrate full knowledge of emergency building shutoffs (water, electrical, gas).

• Conduct annual and periodic apartment inspections.
• Identify safety hazards and report or resolve issues promptly.
• Assist with compliance efforts and preventative maintenance schedules.

• Professionally interact with residents, providing high quality service and clear communication.
• Deliver notices to residents and support the Property Manager with building updates.
• Work collaboratively with the maintenance and management team to ensure exceptional property operations.

• Participate in snow and ice removal efforts, including shoveling, salting, and maintaining walkways.
• Assist with seasonal building preparation tasks (HVAC, landscaping, winterization, etc.).

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience, preferably in apartment communities or related residential environments.
• Valid driver’s license; reliable transportation to assigned property.
• Personal set of basic tools required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to lift 70–75 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to climb ladders and access rooftops (25–30 ft).
• Ability to work in confined spaces or crouched positions for extended periods.
• Comfortable working overhead with power tools, hand tools, and painting equipment.
• Ability to shovel snow or perform outdoor work for extended periods.