Maintenance Technician

Venterra Realty • Lakeland, FL

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician supports daily maintenance operations at The Retreat at Lakeland, helping ensure systems and equipment function efficiently. The role handles repairs, preventive maintenance, and resident service requests while maintaining safety and quality standards. The technician also assists the Maintenance Manager, supports the maintenance team, coordinates with vendors as needed, and helps ensure apartment homes are ready for move-in.

Requirements

• Proven experience in multifamily property maintenance, facilities management, or a related field.
• HVAC certification.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including participation in an on-call rotation.
• Ability to handle the stated lifting and carrying demands: over 75 lbs. rarely, 25–75 lbs. occasionally, and 1–25 lbs. constantly.

Nice To Haves

• CPO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident work orders promptly and provide quality service, meeting applicable 24- and 48-hour guarantees.
• Perform maintenance and repairs involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, appliances, and exterior structures.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to keep equipment, tools, and common areas in good condition.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager with daily operations.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents by completing repairs and cleaning, and ensuring features work properly in accordance with the Total Quality Make Ready (TQMR) program, as needed.
• Work independently while following company standards, attending to detail, and supporting resident satisfaction.
• Provide emergency and on-call maintenance support as needed.
• Support the team with other duties as needed to maintain resident satisfaction and property standards.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance bonus.
• Medical (PPO), dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid vacation.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Educational assistance or reimbursement.
• Eight paid hours per year of Volunteer Time Off.
• Access to employee discounts through BenefitHub.

What This Job Offers

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