Maintenance Technician I

Related • Colonial Heights, VA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician will help ensure buildings and grounds are safe, functional, and inviting by completing a variety of maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry work. The role is part of a team serving residents and maintaining quality and safety standards. The technician may train and mentor junior maintenance staff, assist with emergency repairs, and participate in an on-call rotation. Related Affordable works to preserve and enhance affordable housing and manages a large affordable housing portfolio across the United States.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in general maintenance or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
• Ability to participate in the emergency on-call rotation as needed.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service and exceeding expectations.
• Accountability, reliability, attention to detail, resilience, proactive problem-solving, and willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute to a resident-centered environment with empathy and respect.
• Willingness to accept feedback and continuously improve.
• Strong belief in teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Personal appearance and dress compatible with the company’s standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in affordable housing.
• Bilingual ability in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Complete service requests promptly and interact with residents to address their needs.
• Prepare vacant units to occupancy standards within established time frames.
• Inspect property mechanical systems and grounds, and promptly address safety issues with management.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.
• Clean and maintain common areas and grounds.
• Train and mentor junior maintenance staff as needed.
• Inspect the property and proactively address maintenance concerns.
• Assist with emergency repairs as directed by supervisors and participate in the emergency maintenance on-call rotation.
• Maintain an inventory of maintenance supplies and report shortages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 19 or more days of paid time off.
• Choice of medical, vision, and dental plans.
• Life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Employer-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Paid leave and disability programs.
• Mental health resources, including counseling.
• Fertility benefits, including surrogacy and adoption assistance.
• Paid time off to volunteer and matching for charitable donations.
• Learning and training programs.
• Tuition and certification reimbursement.
• Internal advancement opportunities.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Overtime pay eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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