Maintenance Technician - Prestonwood

Vidalta Residential•Richardson, TX

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician maintains the physical assets of the property management portfolio, ensuring apartments and common areas are in good 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 performs a broad range of repairs independently or as part of a team. The position handles service requests and routine or complex repairs involving plumbing, minor electrical work, HVAC, residential appliances, drywall, painting, carpentry, locks, windows, doors, and exterior upkeep. For vacant-unit turnovers, the technician inspects and documents required work, completes repairs and system testing, rekeys locks, and conducts a final walkthrough with the Community Manager or supervisor. The technician also inspects common areas, grounds, and building systems; follows safety procedures, including OSHA requirements; records work performed; and maintains supplies, tools, and equipment. The role includes professional communication with residents and property staff, seasonal or emergency duties such as snow removal and landscaping, and scheduled on-call coverage for after-hours emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2–3 years of experience in property maintenance, apartment maintenance, or a related field.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
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 priorities and 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, and walk and stand for extended periods.
Ability to work in all types of weather and safely operate a variety of machinery and equipment.
Availability for scheduled after-hours emergency on-call duties.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to service requests and work orders, prioritizing emergency repairs.
Perform plumbing, minor electrical, HVAC, appliance, carpentry, drywall, painting, lock, window, door, and exterior maintenance and repairs.
Complete vacant-apartment make-ready work within the expected timeframe, including an initial inspection, punch list, repairs, system testing, appliance work, and lock rekeying.
Conduct a final walkthrough with the Community Manager or supervisor to verify the unit meets quality standards.
Inspect common areas, grounds, and building systems to identify and address maintenance needs.
Follow safety procedures and guidelines, including OSHA requirements and safe handling of chemicals and tools.
Maintain accurate records of work performed, time spent, materials used, and follow-up needs.
Manage and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
Assist with snow removal, landscaping, and other seasonal or emergency duties as required.
Interact professionally and courteously with residents, tenants, and property staff.
Communicate work-order status and repair timelines to residents and property management staff.
Be on call for after-hours emergencies as scheduled.