Maintenance Technician (Residential
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer -
Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Facility Maintenance
Position Purpose
The Residential Maintenance Technician reports to the Property Manager under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and performs general maintenance and repair to ensure apartment units and other property facilities are maintained per CIM Group operating and safety standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units; electrical appliances, outlets, and light fixtures; plumbing, carpentry, and locks.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with preparing vacant apartment units for rental and following a planned preventative maintenance schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all tenant/building work orders are responded to within 24 hours, with efficient documentation of work completion.
- Complete preventive maintenance work in the house such as appliances, or as directed by the property management team.
- Coordinate repair and maintenance of items to the standards identified, including but not limited to:
- Doors – re-key, hang, paint, and/or replace.
- Appliance filters: clean and check drain lines and pans; operate high-end appliances as needed.
- HVAC filters, wet-vac condensation pans, thermostat settings; operate units as needed.
- Plumbing: snake and clear blockages up to 25 feet.
- Electrical: replace sockets, switches, light bulbs; check breakers.
- Flooring: reattach thresholds.
- Minor wall repair – drywall, mud, tape, and paint as required.
- Ceiling repair – drywall, mud, tape, and paint.
- Replace plumbing fixtures such as levers, faucets, and drains.
- Examine and diagnose problems with HVAC units, determine repair or replacement methods, make repairs or replacements as per standard, and perform preventive maintenance such as filter replacement and coil cleaning.
- Perform minor to moderate plumbing repairs, replacements, and installations, including repairing leaks and removing clogs in sinks and toilets.
- Perform minor electrical repairs and replace light fixtures and related items.
- Repair and replace furnished kitchen appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, washers, and dryers; consult with the Maintenance Supervisor for advanced repairs, ensuring proper disposal and removal.
- May perform painting projects ranging from full interior painting of property units to minor touch-ups and repair of walls and sheetrock.
- May perform 'make ready' projects for the preparation of vacant units for prospective tenants.
- May perform swimming pool maintenance or other facility and landscape projects to ensure property aesthetics meet or exceed standards.
- Adhere to CIM safety and hazard communications programs, policies, and procedures, and maintain a safe work environment.
- Furnish basic work tools.
- Maintain a maintenance office with organized tools, inventory supplies, and maintain maintenance files as requested by the Property Manager.
- Work primarily in an outdoor environment exposed to adverse weather conditions and dirt or dust.
- Work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, on-call, and overtime hours as required due to maintenance emergencies.
Qualifications:
The anticipated base pay range for the position in Oakland CA is $24.04 - $28.85 per hour.
BenefitsAt CIM, we offer a comprehensive benefits program for employees. Eligible employees can enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
- A variety of Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
- Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Company paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k)…
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