Maintenance Technician I

Legacy Partners • University Place, WA

1d • $24 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for the overall and day-to-day maintenance of the apartment community. This is an on-site, full-time position that reports to the Business Manager and Service Technician Supervisor. The role requires availability for on-call emergencies. The company maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-VERIFY. All on-site property management positions require criminal background screening.

Requirements

• Must be available for on-call emergencies.
• Must pass a criminal background screening.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must meet rental qualifications to rent if utilizing the housing discount.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with appliance, plumbing, electrical, and basic carpentry repairs.
• Experience with painting interiors and exteriors.
• Experience with cleaning and preparing units for new residents.
• Experience with routine maintenance on equipment.
• Experience with cleaning common areas and groundskeeping.
• Experience with exterior repairs like fencing or concrete work.
• Experience with light pest control.

Responsibilities

• Fix appliances, plumbing, electrical, and basic carpentry issues.
• Replace flooring, locks, fixtures, and other common items.
• Paint interiors and exteriors as needed.
• Prepare units for new residents with cleaning and repairs.
• Assist with move-in/move-out inspections.
• Track repairs, replacements, and maintenance records.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Follow maintenance schedules based on manuals and manufacturer guidelines.
• Help with cleaning common areas and apartments.
• Pick up trash, pull weeds, and assist with basic landscaping.
• Support exterior repairs like fencing or concrete work.
• Be available for after-hours emergencies.
• Know where all utility shut-offs are located.
• Handle light pest control when needed.
• Follow company policies and maintenance procedures.
• Work with the property team to keep the community in top shape.
• Support resident education and maintain a professional attitude.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage—Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, group life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match for those enrolled in medical coverage.
• Paid Sick Leave – 1 hour accrued per 30 hours worked (max 120 hours).
• Vacation Time – Accrued based on hours worked (up to 120 hours in the first five years), with additional accrual over time.
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Paid Jury Duty & Bereavement Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match – Eligible after 90 days of employment.
• Special Perks & Recognition – Anniversary rewards and sail-away days.
• Housing discount (generally 20%) may be available when living and working at the same site and when there is an open slot (limited discounts).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed