Maintenance Technician

• Base Pay $18.00 - $25.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non Exempt FT

Description

Waters at Lawn Creek | Columbia, SC

Location: 1401 Longcreek Dr, Columbia, SC 29210

Positions Available: 2 Maintenance Technicians

We are currently seeking two skilled, dependable, and motivated Maintenance Technicians to join our team at Waters at Lawn Creek in Columbia, South Carolina.

We are looking for individuals who are experienced in apartment maintenance, take pride in their work, and are committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and well-functioning residential community.

The ideal candidates will have a well-rounded background in general maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repairs, and preventative maintenance. Candidates must be able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and provide excellent service to residents.

Complete maintenance work orders in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.

Diagnose and repair general maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, and other building systems.

Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure equipment and property systems operate properly.

Prepare vacant apartments for new residents, including repairs, painting, cleaning, and general unit turnovers.

Troubleshoot and repair appliances, fixtures, doors, locks, and other apartment components.

Assist with maintaining the property's grounds, common areas, buildings, and amenities.

Respond to emergency maintenance requests as needed.

Conduct property inspections and identify maintenance concerns before they become larger issues.

Maintain an organized inventory of tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies.

Follow all company safety procedures and applicable maintenance regulations.

Communicate effectively with property management staff regarding work orders, repairs, and maintenance needs.

Provide courteous and professional service when interacting with residents.

Perform additional maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Previous apartment maintenance or residential property maintenance experience preferred.

Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, appliance repair, and general building maintenance.

EPA Certification preferred, particularly for candidates performing HVAC-related repairs.

Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and complete repairs independently.

Experience with apartment make-readies, unit turnovers, and preventative maintenance.

Strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to safely operate maintenance tools, equipment, and machinery.

Ability to perform physical maintenance duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and climbing ladders, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail.

Ability to communicate professionally with residents, coworkers, and management.

Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation for emergency maintenance requests, if required.

We are seeking individuals who are hardworking, reliable, and take initiative when it comes to maintaining the community.

Our ideal candidates will be well-rounded maintenance professionals who can handle a variety of repair and maintenance tasks while providing excellent customer service.

Experience in multifamily housing or apartment communities is highly preferred.