Assistant Maintenance Technician - Spotsylvania
About The Position
As an Assistant Maintenance Technician, you are an integral part of the Maintenance team and play a key role in the daily upkeep of our apartment communities. You work closely with experienced Maintenance Technicians and the Maintenance Manager while gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of maintenance functions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, learning new skills, and taking pride in maintaining safe, clean, and well-kept communities. Your day may include assisting with plumbing repairs, minor electrical work, drywall patching, painting, appliance troubleshooting, groundskeeping, HVAC support, pool maintenance, and preparing apartments for re-leasing. You respond promptly to maintenance requests, communicate professionally with residents, and accurately document completed work. Each day brings a mix of routine tasks and unexpected challenges, ensuring the work stays engaging and rewarding.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn new maintenance skills and take direction
- Ability to provide courteous, professional customer service to residents
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing demands
- Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
- Ability to work in various and sometimes extreme weather conditions
- Ability to climb ladders up to 24 feet
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to bend, crawl, climb, and work in tight or awkward spaces
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in facilities maintenance, housekeeping, groundskeeping, construction trades, or related work or educational experience is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Assisting with plumbing repairs
- Minor electrical work
- Drywall patching
- Painting
- Appliance troubleshooting
- Groundskeeping
- HVAC support
- Pool maintenance
- Preparing apartments for re-leasing
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests
- Communicate professionally with residents
- Accurately document completed work
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 15 days of paid time off (PTO) per year
- Paid holidays
- Company phone
- Ongoing training and opportunities for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
