Maintenance Technician - Bentley Place

Apartment Maintenance Technician

Location:
Plano, Texas

Compensation: $22-$25 per hour (based on experience), plus monthly performance bonuses

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As an Apartment Maintenance Technician at Gaines Investment Trust, you'll play an essential role in maintaining a safe, attractive, and high-quality living environment for our residents.

This position is ideal for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting, takes pride in quality workmanship, and understands that outstanding customer service is just as important as technical skill. You'll work closely with both the maintenance and office teams to ensure residents receive prompt, professional service while helping protect the long-term value of our communities.

• Complete maintenance repairs with quality workmanship and attention to detail
• Respond promptly to resident service requests while providing exceptional customer service
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance, and general maintenance issues

• Perform preventative maintenance to extend the life of building systems and equipment
• Help maintain excellent curb appeal and community appearance
• Identify maintenance concerns before they become larger issues

• Work collaboratively with maintenance and office staff to provide an outstanding resident experience
• Assist with apartment turns to ensure homes are move-in ready
• Participate in the on-call rotation for after-hours maintenance emergencies
• Maintain compliance with company safety standards and industry regulations

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Two or more years of multifamily maintenance and make-ready experience
• Valid driver's license (required)
• HVAC Certification or EPA Certification (required)
• Strong troubleshooting skills across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and general maintenance
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the onsite team
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to repairs
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and strong work ethic

At Gaines Investment Trust, we believe our people are our greatest investment. As a 100% family-owned and operated company with more than 60 years of ownership and management experience, we've built a culture centered on stability, teamwork, and long-term career growth.

Unlike third-party management companies, we own and operate our communities, allowing our maintenance teams to focus on quality workmanship while building rewarding careers with a company that invests in its people.

We promote from within whenever possible and provide ongoing hands-on training through our dedicated maintenance training facilities.

• Monthly Performance Bonuses
• Employee Apartment Discount
• Paid Training and Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holiday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Optional Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match

Founded in 1966, Gaines Investment Trust is a fully integrated, family-owned real estate investment and management company that owns and operates apartment communities throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas.

With a portfolio of more than 8,000 apartment homes, we are committed to the long-term ownership of our communities while investing in our employees, residents, and properties for lasting success.

Our mission is simple: own communities we would be proud to live in, hire exceptional people who share our values, and create outstanding experiences for our residents and employees alike.