Maintenance Technician - Palms On Lamar

Rainey Property Management•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician supports an affordable housing community by maintaining the functionality, safety, and comfort of the property. The role handles resident work orders, general repairs, preventive maintenance, unit turnovers, common-area upkeep, and after-hours emergency coverage. The technician documents work orders in the property management system, follows safety procedures, and provides professional, responsive service to residents, coworkers, vendors, and guests. The position requires reliable transportation and the ability to perform physical maintenance work indoors and outdoors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of hands-on property maintenance experience.
Strong problem-solving skills across multiple trade areas.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliable transportation to report to work as scheduled and respond to emergency on-call maintenance needs.
Ability to perform physical tasks including intermittent standing, bending, crouching, pushing, pulling, lifting, moving, and carrying up to 50 pounds; climbing ladders and stairs; and walking on rooftops.
Ability to operate small-motorized equipment requiring manual dexterity and repetitive hand, wrist, grip, and elbow motions.
Normal hearing, vision, color discrimination, and depth perception to operate equipment safely.
Ability to wear appropriate PPE, including goggles, gloves, and masks, and to work outdoors in heat, cold, damp conditions, and rain.
Ability to manage occasional exposure to chemicals, machinery, and power tools while following safety training and company procedures.

Nice To Haves

Affordable housing experience.
Training or certification in building systems, HVAC, or trades.
HVAC certification.
EPA certification for refrigerant handling.
Familiarity with property management systems or work order tracking software.

Responsibilities

Perform HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repairs; diagnose issues and select appropriate repair methods.
Respond promptly to resident work orders, complete repairs professionally, and document, edit, and close requests in the property management system.
Replace and install fixtures such as faucets, outlets, lightbulbs, locks, and cabinets.
Conduct regular inspections of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems and complete scheduled preventive maintenance.
Identify hazards and report significant concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
Prepare vacant units by completing repairs, painting, deep cleaning, and appliance checks; conduct final walk-throughs before move-in.
Maintain shared spaces, amenities, and grounds, including light groundskeeping, trash pickup, and seasonal upkeep.
Follow OSHA protocols and company safety guidelines for tools and equipment; maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free workspace and use required PPE.
Participate in scheduled on-call rotations and provide after-hours emergency coverage.
Monitor for hazards that could endanger residents, staff, or the public, such as problems with pool gates, fencing, lighting, or trip hazards.
Maintain professional, courteous, service-oriented interactions and support resident satisfaction.
Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance.