Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

Maintenance Technician – Sunnyvale, California (SFO). 333 Magnolia Square. Position Type:
Regular. This role is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks, including work orders, unit turns, maintaining grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties to preserve assets and provide a quality living environment for residents.

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliances.
• Repair and maintain interior and exterior features of the property, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures.
• Respond to maintenance requests from residents, ensuring timely and efficient resolution.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn items.
• Ensure units meet the community’s standards for cleanliness and functionality before new occupants move in.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, common areas, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance needs.
• Implement and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce equipment failure or costly repairs.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests such as plumbing leaks, electrical outages, or HVAC failures.
• Be available for on‑call duty as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, building codes, and report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, or General Operations Manager.
• Maintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, and materials; assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
• Complete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner; maintain Sight Plan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as needed.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands‑on experience.
• Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards (asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing.
• Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication.
• General understanding of the Microsoft Suite and property management software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Proven organizational and time‑management skills.

• Operates in a fast‑paced work setting both indoor and outdoor.
• Must multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities, with frequent deadlines and high‑energy work situations.
• Frequent interaction with clients or customers; requires effective communication and a professional demeanor.
• This role requires a five‑day onsite workweek that may include weekend coverage and on‑call availability outside of regular hours.
• Requires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds), frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities.
• May require operating heavy machinery or other physically demanding tasks.
• Occasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on‑site work.

• No formal supervisory responsibilities, but ability to communicate basic technical or factual information with colleagues and managers.
• Problems encountered are routine and generally solved by following clear directions and defined procedures.
• Decisions generally affect own job and results of own job area.

All full‑time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401(k) employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and more. With 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority. Most positions are eligible for a 20% housing discount. New hires generally start between $23.50 and $28.37 per hour.