Maintenance Technician - Knolwood I & II

Job Overview

Position:
Full‑time Maintenance Technician

Location:

Lancaster, SC 29720

Schedule:

Varies

Location:

100% In Person, Varies

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance at group rates
• 401(k) plan

• Leadership, Coaching, and Mentoring
  • Perform day‑to‑day activities without direct supervision from the Site Manager.
  • Communicate effectively with the Site Manager to achieve efficient property operation objectives.
  • Promote good public relations with residents, coworkers, company staff, and service providers through a positive attitude and resident trust.
  • Contribute to a culture of delivering the highest level of service to internal and external customers while adhering to CMI’s values.
• Maintenance and Operations
  • Ensure all service requests are completed timely, prioritizing health and safety requests first.
  • Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair in a professional manner.
  • Accurately document work on the service request form.
  • Identify potential issues and liabilities; communicate findings with the Community Manager for proactive maintenance.
  • Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.
  • Flex work schedule to accommodate after‑hour and weekend emergencies promptly.
  • Perform regular site inspections of exterior and interior to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Assist the Site Manager in identifying capital improvement projects and ongoing maintenance needs.
  • Accompany the Site Manager during interior unit inspections to check for maintenance issues, replace HVAC filters, and verify safety equipment (smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, firestops, etc.).
  • Maintain responsibility for the CMI‑provided maintenance tablet, iPhone, and key(s) to the site(s).
  • Order materials, supplies, parts, and equipment in coordination with the Site Manager while observing the site’s annual budget.
  • Maintain shop appearance to standards for quick assessment of supply inventory.
  • Assess vacant units and restore them to make‑ready condition, coordinating status with the Site Manager.
  • Monitor independent contractors to ensure work is completed as directed.
  • Assess all physical aspects of the site on a routine basis, including HVAC systems, windows, siding, roofs, exterior lighting, water leaks, and breezeways.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Complete special projects as assigned.

• General maintenance experience, including appliance repair, light carpentry, plumbing/electrical knowledge, and drywall/painting.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot maintenance issues and repairs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Fair Housing Laws; completion of required courses prior to start date and annually thereafter.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and attend available training opportunities.
• Physical ability to perform maintenance duties as required.

• A proven track record of at least three years of relevant maintenance experience, including repairs, replacements, analysis, and troubleshooting. Experience in residential housing is a plus.

• Physical effort involving walking, performing inspections, lifting heavy objects, using ladders, and working at/above ground level; may require stooping, stretching, or standing for extended periods.

• Position is based at assigned site(s). Travel is by automobile and may be required for local trips to obtain equipment, emergency parts, or tools.
• Some duties may require working on-site at various locations and traveling for professional training opportunities.

• Samsung maintenance tablet and iPhone for emergency maintenance calls and work meetings.

CAHEC Management Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company’s policy is to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law. The policy also prohibits harassment of any employee for any reason, including but not limited to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.