Maintenance Technician - Richardson

Vidalta Residential•Richardson, TX

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician maintains the physical assets of the property management portfolio and ensures apartments and common areas are in excellent working order. The role emphasizes customer service, timely work-order completion, safety, and compliance with property policies. The technician completes make-ready work on vacant apartments within seven days of vacancy and to Vidalta’s standards. The position handles routine and complex repairs involving plumbing, minor electrical work, HVAC, residential appliances, carpentry, drywall, locks, windows, doors, and exterior upkeep. It also involves inspecting vacant units, preparing and completing make-ready punch lists, testing systems, rekeying locks, and conducting a final quality-assurance walkthrough with the Community Manager or supervisor. The technician inspects common areas, grounds, and building systems; follows safety procedures, including OSHA requirements; maintains work records and supply inventories; and assists with seasonal or emergency duties as needed. The role requires courteous communication with residents and property staff, including updates on work-order status and repair timelines. The position is on-call for scheduled after-hours emergencies and may require work in all types of weather.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in property maintenance, apartment maintenance, or a related field.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
Strong working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and service requests.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, bend, kneel, walk, and stand for extended periods.
Ability to work in all types of weather and safely operate a variety of machinery and equipment.
Ability to complete scheduled on-call after-hours emergency duty.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational training.
Certification in HVAC, CPO (Certified Pool Operator), or another specialized trade.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and efficiently to service requests and work orders, prioritizing emergency repairs.
Complete standard and partially renovated apartment turns efficiently and within the required timeframe.
Maintain high-quality make-ready finishes, including paint and caulking, and upkeep of common areas, hallways, and amenities.
Perform repairs involving plumbing, minor electrical issues, HVAC, residential appliances, carpentry, drywall, locks, windows, doors, and exterior building upkeep.
Inspect vacant apartments, document necessary work in a make-ready punch list, complete repairs and system testing, and rekey locks according to security policy.
Conduct a final make-ready walkthrough with the Community Manager or supervisor to verify quality.
Inspect common areas, grounds, and building systems to identify maintenance needs.
Follow safety procedures and guidelines, including OSHA requirements and proper handling of chemicals and tools.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, time, materials, and required follow-up.
Manage inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
Assist with snow removal, landscaping, or other seasonal and emergency duties as required.
Communicate work-order status and repair timelines to residents and property management staff.
Interact professionally and courteously with residents, tenants, and property staff.
Be available for scheduled on-call after-hours emergencies.