Maintenance Tech III -The Edge at Raritan Heights

Edgewood Properties•New Brunswick, NJ

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Edgewood Properties is seeking a Maintenance Tech III for its multifamily property portfolio. The full-time position is based at The Edge at Raritan Heights in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The role executes maintenance work, diagnoses problems, and makes repairs to maintain the community’s physical condition according to operating and safety standards, while ensuring service requests, repairs, and apartment turns are completed promptly. The position may oversee maintenance staff when a manager or supervisor is not on site and may assist with training, scheduling, and assigning work to Maintenance Technicians I and II. It participates in the property’s emergency on-call rotation, and the employee must live within a 45-minute drive of the community. The schedule is based on business needs and may change. The Maintenance Tech III performs work across HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, carpentry, drywall and plaster, painting, the building envelope, and basic building systems. The role also completes service requests and turnkey work, helps prioritize maintenance tasks, prepares apartments for occupancy, supports preventive maintenance scheduling and budget preparation, maintains supplies and tools, inspects grounds and buildings, and works with residents to resolve maintenance concerns. The position follows company policies, safety practices, and applicable laws, including Fair Housing regulations. This is a non-exempt, hourly position eligible for overtime. It has no direct reports, though the employee may assist in supervising other maintenance staff and outside contractors. The employee may be asked to perform work typically assigned to Maintenance Technician I or II.

Requirements

At least 3 years of industry experience.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Five years of RealPage or other program experience.
Ability to read and write English and communicate clearly verbally and in writing, including reading maintenance tickets and product labels.
Basic arithmetic skills, including measurement and calculations.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
High competency in RealPage, Excel, Word, Outlook, and internet use.
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
EPA-approved Type I and Type II technician certification.
Valid asbestos abatement certification where applicable.
Other licenses and certifications required by the community or applicable state or local jurisdictions.
Lift certification within 6 months of hire.
Ability to use general maintenance tools, supplies, and equipment, including hand tools, pressure washers, blowers, paint equipment, pool chemicals, ice removal equipment, ladders, landscaping equipment, sandblasters, and safety equipment.
Ability to handle and use chemicals and general cleaning supplies.
Ability to transport up to 60 pounds variable distances and access restricted spaces or work at heights over 8–9 feet.
Ability to frequently operate motorized vehicles such as a car, truck, van, or golf cart.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs or ladders.
Ability to occasionally operate general office equipment, including a personal computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, and postage machine.
Must live within a 45-minute drive of the community.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Master HVAC, high-pressure seal-boiler, or master plumbing license; the posting lists these under the Supv/Master job function.

Responsibilities

Diagnose maintenance problems and make repairs to maintain the community according to operating and safety standards.
Maintain, diagnose, repair, or replace HVAC systems, plumbing fixtures and lines, water heaters, electrical fixtures and systems, household appliances, cabinetry, doors, molding, framing, flooring, tile, drywall, plaster, and finishes.
Maintain, repair, or replace roofs, gutters, drainage systems, soffits, fascia, windows, doors, and cladding.
Diagnose basic issues with pools and spas, elevators, and fire detection and protection systems.
Complete assigned service requests, repairs, apartment turns, and turnkey work promptly and according to company standards.
Assist with organizing and prioritizing service requests and general maintenance tasks.
Ensure vacant apartments are rent-ready in a timely manner.
Assist in preparing staff work schedules, preventive maintenance schedules, and maintenance budgets; maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and tools.
Inspect community grounds and buildings daily to identify maintenance needs.
Maintain customer service standards, respond to resident requests, work to resolve concerns, and follow up to ensure issues are resolved.
Follow company policies and procedures, operating standards, safety standards, and applicable laws, including Fair Housing regulations.
Train and promote safe work practices among on-site staff.
Oversee maintenance staff when the Maintenance Manager or Supervisor is not on site; may assist with scheduling, work assignments, and training for Maintenance Technicians I and II.
Participate in the property’s emergency on-call rotation.
Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to the required dress code.
Perform other assigned duties and, as needed, work normally performed by Maintenance Technician I or II.