Maintenance Technician - The REVL

Vidalta Residential•Fort Worth, 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 vacant-apartment make-ready work in accordance with Vidalta’s expectations, with the goal of finishing within seven days of vacancy. The position calls for broad repair skills, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently or with a team, while providing residents with professional, respectful service. The technician responds to service requests, prioritizing emergencies, and performs routine and complex repairs involving plumbing, minor electrical issues, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, drywall, locks, windows, doors, and exterior upkeep. During unit turns, the technician inspects and documents needed work, completes the make-ready punch list, tests systems, repairs or diagnoses appliances, rekeys locks, and conducts a final walkthrough with the Community Manager or supervisor. The role also includes inspecting common areas, grounds, and building systems; following safety procedures, including OSHA requirements; maintaining accurate work records and supplies inventory; and assisting with snow removal, landscaping, or other emergency duties as needed. The technician communicates work-order status and repair timelines to residents and staff, maintains a professional presence in residents’ homes, and is scheduled to be on call for after-hours emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in property maintenance, apartment maintenance, or a related field such as general contracting or facilities maintenance.
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 handle multiple 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, and work in all types of weather.
Ability to operate machinery and equipment safely.
Availability for scheduled on-call after-hours emergencies.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to service requests and work orders, prioritizing emergency repairs.
Perform plumbing repairs, including repairing or replacing fixtures, unclogging drains, and addressing leaks.
Troubleshoot and repair minor electrical issues, including switches, outlets, and light fixtures, and replace ballasts.
Perform HVAC preventive maintenance and filter changes, and diagnose and repair minor system issues.
Diagnose and repair common residential appliances, including washers, dryers, refrigerators, and stoves.
Perform carpentry and drywall repairs, paint touch-ups, cabinet repairs, and other minor carpentry tasks.
Repair locks, windows, and doors, and maintain the exterior of buildings.
Complete vacant-unit make-ready work in accordance with property standards and within seven days of vacancy.
Conduct pre-move-in inspections, document needed work, and create make-ready punch lists.
Complete make-ready tasks, including aesthetic repairs, system testing, appliance diagnostics or repairs, and rekeying unit locks per security policy.
Conduct a final make-ready walkthrough with the Community Manager or supervisor.
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 work performed, time spent, materials used, and required follow-up.
Manage and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
Assist with snow removal, landscaping, and other emergency duties as required by seasonal or property needs.
Interact with residents, tenants, and property staff professionally, courteously, and respectfully.
Communicate work-order status and repair timelines to residents and property management staff.
Represent the property management company professionally and with integrity.
Be on call for scheduled after-hours emergencies.