Apartment Maintenance Technician I
About The Position
The Apartment Maintenance Technician I keeps the community running safely and in good condition by completing service requests, preventive maintenance, repairs, and apartment make-readies. The role includes troubleshooting appliances and performing basic plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, carpentry, and groundskeeping tasks. The employer provides training toward advancement to Maintenance Technician II and pays for certification classes and tests; earned certifications belong to the employee. The technician documents work accurately, tracks tools and supplies, communicates progress and issues to a supervisor, and follows OSHA requirements, Fair Housing laws, safety rules, and company procedures. The position requires customer service, a professional appearance, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Scheduled hours may include weekends and overtime when needed.
Requirements
- Willingness to become certified; the employer pays for classes and testing.
- Willingness to become CPO certified; the employer pays for classes and testing.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Comfort using hand tools, power tools, paint equipment, ladders, and safety gear.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, or snow.
- Availability to work scheduled hours, weekends, and overtime when needed.
Responsibilities
- Complete daily service requests, punch outs, cut outs, and preventive maintenance.
- Learn to troubleshoot appliances and develop skills for advancement to Maintenance Technician II.
- Prepare vacant apartments for move-in.
- Perform plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, clearing drains, and replacing faucets, hoses, and minor lines.
- Handle electrical work involving outlets, switches, breakers, light fixtures, and basic circuits.
- Paint and prepare walls, doors, floors, appliances, roofs, and equipment using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
- Repair and maintain doors, cabinets, countertops, molding, caulking, blinds, and window screens.
- Service stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers, and dishwashers.
- Clear drains and sewer lines up to four inches.
- Remove bulk trash and abandoned items, including appliances.
- Perform minor drywall repairs, stair tread repairs, and cove base work.
- Maintain grounds by picking up trash, sweeping dumpster areas, and caring for landscaping beds.
- Clean and inspect mechanical rooms and storage areas.
- Assist with rodent control and snow removal when applicable.
- Use ladders safely and perform rooftop work when required.
- Track inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Complete work orders and job documentation accurately.
- Communicate progress and issues with the supervisor.
- Follow OSHA, Fair Housing laws, safety rules, and company SOPs.
- Maintain a professional appearance on and off the property.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
- Accident and hospital insurance.
- 401(k).
- Vacation and sick time.
- Company-paid holidays, with about 23 paid days off in the first year.
- Eligibility for monthly property bonuses.
- Eligibility for a year-end bonus.
- Employer-paid certification classes and tests.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
