Roving Maintenance Technician

Archway Housing & Services Inc • Lakewood, CO

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Roving Maintenance Technician provides maintenance support across multiple properties within the assigned portfolio, responding to staffing gaps, high-volume work periods, and specialized repair needs. Serves as a flexible, mobile technician who supports property teams to maintain consistent service quality and operational performance across the region. The ideal candidate is mission-aligned, dependable, skilled in general maintenance, and committed to providing excellent customer service to residents and staff. This role is essential to creating stable, dignified, and well-maintained communities.

Requirements

• Frequent travel between properties within the assigned region; must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to adapt to different property layouts, building systems.
• Flexibility to adjust daily assignments based on operational needs across the portfolio.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and move throughout multi-story affordable housing communities for extended periods.
• Regularly required to climb stairs, access rooftops, mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, and areas not accessible by elevator.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, and working in confined or elevated spaces.
• Ability to visually inspect maintenance work in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel between multiple properties in the Denver Metro Area.
• Occasional exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and mechanical equipment.
• Required use of PPE when conditions warrant.
• Ability to identify and report safety hazards or non-compliant contractor practices.
• Customer Service
• Budgeting experience
• Must be able to use computer software
• Attention to detail.
• Mission-driven, collaborative, and committed to resident service.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in residential maintenance, facilities management, or building operations strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of major building systems (HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing, elevators, roofs, foundations).
• Understand operation of basic maintenance tools.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Experience working in affordable housing or regulated environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Travel between properties within the assigned region to provide maintenance coverage during staff absences, vacancies, or high workload periods.
• Support unit turns, work orders, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs across multiple communities.
• Assist with troubleshooting complex maintenance issues and provide technical expertise to on-site teams.
• Ensure consistent application of Archway’s maintenance standards, safety protocols, and operating procedures across all supported properties.
• Communicate regularly with Regional Maintenance Managers to prioritize assignments and report on property needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed at each site and ensure timely updates in the work-order system.
• Build positive working relationships with property staff, residents, and vendors at all supported locations.
• Complete work orders efficiently and professionally, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, and general building maintenance.
• Perform routine inspections of units, common areas, building systems, and grounds.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues promptly to ensure resident safety and comfort.
• Assist with HVAC filter changes, smoke detector battery replacements, and other routine tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shops, storage areas, and equipment.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including cleaning, painting, repairs, and fixture replacement.
• Ensure unit turns meet quality standards and are completed within required timelines.
• Document completed work and communicate any issues that may delay readiness.
• Support scheduled preventive maintenance programs across the property.
• Identify potential issues early and report them to the Maintenance Lead or Regional Manager.
• Maintain accurate logs of completed preventive maintenance tasks.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and Archway safety protocols at all times.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain safe working conditions.
• Report safety hazards, building concerns, or equipment failures immediately.
• Support compliance with HUD, LIHTC, ADA, and local building requirements as needed.
• Interact with residents in a respectful, professional, and service-oriented manner.
• Communicate effectively with property management, maintenance leads, and regional teams.
• Support vendor coordination and monitor contractor work when assigned.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and cross-department collaboration.
• Respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies on a rotating on-call schedule.
• Address urgent issues such as leaks, electrical hazards, or safety concerns promptly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support team objectives and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance with up to 80% employer contribution
• Fully paid vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Basic Life/AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% non-elective employer contribution
• 13 paid holidays annually, including 3 floating holidays
• Paid sick leave, vacation leave, and parental leave
• Offer CO FAMLI

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED