Apartment Maintenance Technician

CAPREIT•Gaithersburg, MD

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

CAPREIT is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and customer-oriented Maintenance Technician to join their team for their multisite communities: The Hamptons at Town Center, Ashmore at Germantown, and Brookside View Apartments. CAPREIT is a national property management company committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth. This role involves ensuring the physical aspects of the community meet CAPREIT's standards and applicable laws by performing various maintenance tasks, responding to service requests, and assisting with groundskeeping and apartment preparation.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of apartment maintenance experience
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to respond to on-call emergencies, when needed
Ability to provide your own basic tools
Computer literacy skills
A high school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

A valid CFC with Type I and II or with Universal certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the physical aspects of the community meet CAPREIT’s established standards and any applicable laws by troubleshooting, repairing, and/or replacing individual heating and A/C units, water heaters, appliances, plumbing and electrical systems, asphalt, building interiors and exteriors, drainage systems, remodeling carpentry, and cleaning for the community; responding to and completing service requests in a timely manner; and notifying the manager if service requests cannot be completed in 24 hours.
Follow safety protocols and procedures by operating power equipment and tools as recommended and wearing protective equipment when necessary.
Upkeep the community appearance by assisting with grounds and housekeeping, removing trash and litter, painting and performing exterior repairs, replacing interior and exterior light bulbs, performing apartment inspections, and any other tasks as needed.
Assist the Maintenance Supervisor by preparing vacant apartments for move-in; performing preventative maintenance to ensure building systems operate efficiently; maintain the inventory of supplies, tools and equipment; and performing all other duties as assigned.
Assist the office staff by distributing notices and interacting with residents, prospective residents, and vendors in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner.