Maintenance Technician - The Watermark at Talbot Park

Greystar Management Services • Norfolk, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs technical and mechanical work to ensure that buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas meet company standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality. The role handles resident service requests, preventative maintenance, apartment make-ready work, inventory and documentation, grounds upkeep, and cost control. It also supports safety compliance, quality checks of contractor work, and routine property inspections.

The position requires working inside and outside in all weather conditions and a flexible schedule that includes taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel may occasionally be required to assist other properties or attend training and business meetings. The hourly pay range is $22.00–$24.00. Onsite positions may be eligible for bonus programs and housing discounts, subject to applicable terms and availability.

Requirements

• EPA Type I and II or Universal certification for refrigerant recycling applies to Certified Service Technicians.
• Certifications required by applicable state and local jurisdictions apply to all Service Technicians.
• A valid driver’s license is required to operate a golf cart on the property when applicable, depending on property size.
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods; bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver up to 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including taking call during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel as needed to assist other properties or attend training, meetings, or other business activities.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident-requested work orders and preventative maintenance by diagnosing problems and making repairs in accordance with policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
• Prepare vacant apartments for leasing and move-ins by conducting pre-move-out inspections, creating maintenance punch lists, scheduling vendors as needed, obtaining supplies, completing maintenance tasks, and inspecting the finished work.
• Track maintenance inventory, return unused supplies and equipment to their designated locations, and notify the maintenance supervisor of reordering needs.
• Complete service-request documentation and other paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities by removing debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
• Control expenses by repairing parts rather than replacing them when possible, minimizing waste, and using tools and equipment correctly.
• Attend and participate in routine safety meetings, complete required safety training, and promptly and accurately report accidents and incidents.
• Periodically inspect contractor, vendor, and service-provider work to confirm that materials and services meet applicable quality standards, scope, and specifications.
• Assist with routine and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk concerns, maintain the property, and communicate physical needs to management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including low-cost or free basic employee-only medical coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays for new hires
• Birthday off after one year of service
• Additional vacation accrual with tenure
• Onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities for onsite team members, subject to discount and unit availability
• Paid sabbatical of six weeks after 10 years of service and every five years thereafter
• 401(k) with company match up to 6% of pay after six months of service
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefit reimbursement up to $10,000, including adoption or surrogacy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and legal plans
• Charitable giving program and benefits
• Potential weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs for onsite property positions

What This Job Offers

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