Apartment Maintenance Technician

Richman Property Services • Jacksonville, FL

9d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Richman Property Services, Inc. is hiring a full-time Maintenance Technician I for Bennett Creek, a 264-unit affordable residential community in Jacksonville, Florida. The technician performs property repairs and upkeep, prepares vacant apartments for occupancy, responds to service requests, and supports preventative maintenance and the upkeep of buildings and grounds. The role includes on-call duties, a weekend rotation, and occasional overtime. The scheduled weekday hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 30-minute or one-hour lunch; weekend rotation is on Saturday and Sunday, and on-call duty is every other week.

The position requires at least two years of maintenance and general repair experience, or groundskeeping experience, along with skills in areas such as carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and painting. EPA Section 608 Type I and II or Universal certification is required as a condition of employment; the employer may sponsor and pay for certification within the initial 75 days of service for candidates who do not already have it. A valid driver's license, basic tools, English proficiency, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are also required.

The role offers $23.00 per hour, automatic quarterly pay-increase eligibility after the initial 90 days of service, a $40 monthly cell phone allowance, and eligibility for a discretionary year-end bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) with employer matching, paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and career advancement. The hiring process includes criminal background and drug screenings.

Requirements

• At least two years of maintenance and general repair experience, or groundskeeper experience; the posting also describes this as maintenance operations experience in a multifamily residential environment or similar.
• Proficiency in maintenance tasks including carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and painting.
• EPA Section 608 Type I and II or Universal Technician license is required as a condition of employment; sponsorship may be available within the initial 75 days of service.
• Valid, active driver's license.
• Must own basic tools as allowed by state laws.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, including Fair Housing Laws.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work well with productive teams, residents, and others.
• Proficient in English for communication and record-keeping purposes.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Industry-related courses are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily repairs and upkeep of the property.
• Prepare vacant units for occupancy within established deadlines.
• Manage service requests and ensure their timely completion.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA standards and the Clean Air Act.
• Oversee the inventory and care of tools and equipment.
• Complete required training, logs, and reports in a timely manner.
• Uphold company policies and provide exceptional customer service.
• Seek educational opportunities for personal growth and development.
• Assist with the property preventative maintenance plan.
• Help maintain the curb appeal and cleanliness of buildings and grounds.
• Perform on-call duties and occasional overtime.
• Participate in the required weekend rotation.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay of $23.00 per hour.
• Eligibility for automatic quarterly pay increases after the initial 90 days of service.
• Monthly personal cell phone allowance of $40.00.
• Eligibility for a discretionary year-end bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match of $0.50 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6%.
• Paid sick time.
• Paid vacation time.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for student loan repayments and tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for career growth, development, continuous training, and advancement.

What This Job Offers

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