Assistant Maintenance - Pembroke Pines, FL

Valiant Residential, LLC • Pembroke Pines, FL

19h

About The Position

Valiant Residential is seeking an Assistant Maintenance to assist the maintenance supervisor, maintain the physical integrity of the property, and work with the leasing team to maximize renewal and leasing opportunities. The role requires carrying out duties safely and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

The Assistant Maintenance handles resident service requests, helps manage the request system and staff on-call rotation, and performs or assists with routine property maintenance and repairs. The position also maintains safety materials and accurate maintenance records, supports property inspections, and participates in evening, weekend, and holiday emergency coverage when scheduled. Work may be required at other locations, with travel within major metropolitan areas and possible overnight stays.

Requirements

• At least two years of full-time experience in apartment maintenance or a trade requiring basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and HVAC.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• EPA refrigerant transition and recovery certification.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills to interact effectively with team members, residents, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Own a basic set of hand tools.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and auto insurance.
• Ability to work at other locations and travel within major metropolitan areas, with possible overnight stays in other cities.
• Ability to work some weekends as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, stoop, and remain at a desk for up to eight hours or more if needed; walk the property for up to eight hours or more in various weather conditions; climb stairs; and lift up to 30 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification.
• Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist the maintenance supervisor and help maintain the physical integrity of the property.
• Work with the leasing team to maximize renewal and leasing opportunities.
• Handle resident service requests, aiming to complete them within 24 hours; implement and manage the service-request system.
• Schedule the staff on-call rotation and assist with service as necessary.
• Conduct business in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws, including ADA, Fair Housing, and OSHA requirements.
• Assist in distributing flyers and other materials.
• Keep safety materials current and accessible, monitor the property's physical condition, and promptly correct unsafe conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance, resident service requests, and make-ready status for vacant apartments.
• Schedule and perform minor and routine maintenance on appropriate equipment, and inspect and maintain tools.
• Diagnose and perform minor or routine maintenance and repairs involving electrical and plumbing systems; HVAC; appliances; irrigation; stairs, gates, fences, patios, and railings; flooring; roofs and gutters; lighting; fireplaces and ceiling fans; gas fixtures and appliances; shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, and sliding glass doors; boilers; locks and mailboxes; security systems; ceiling leaks and walls; and pool, hot tub, and spa areas and furniture.
• Handle on-call duties as needed and participate in standby emergency schedules for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
• Assist in preparing the property for inspections.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the property manager or Regional Community Supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation.
• Time off.
• Comprehensive benefits, including free health insurance options and 401(k) matching.
• Career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED