Apartment Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician – Multifamily Properties

Charleston, SC | Full-Time | $22–$26/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, with a rotating after-hours on-call schedule

Additional Compensation: On-call stipend + overtime for eligible after-hours work

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Property Manager

About the Opportunity

We’re looking for a hands-on, dependable Maintenance Technician who enjoys variety and takes pride in keeping residential properties in excellent condition.

This is a great opportunity for someone who can confidently handle make-ready work, punch lists, resident service requests, and general property maintenance . One day you may be turning a vacant apartment and completing drywall repairs and paint touch-ups; the next, you may be troubleshooting a plumbing issue, replacing a fixture, or helping diagnose an HVAC problem.

You’ll work across multiple multifamily properties and will play an important role in ensuring homes are safe, functional, clean, and ready for residents .

If you’re the type of person who can look at a maintenance issue and say, “I can figure that out,” we’d like to hear from you.

What You’ll Do Unit Turns & Make-Ready Work

• Complete punch lists and prepare vacant units for new residents
• Perform drywall patching, painting, and paint touch-ups
• Complete caulking and minor flooring repairs
• Repair or replace doors, windows, hardware, fixtures, and other components
• Identify and address items that could prevent a unit from being move-in ready

Resident Service Requests

• Respond promptly and professionally to resident work orders
• Diagnose and repair common plumbing, electrical, appliance, carpentry, and general maintenance issues
• Communicate professionally with residents while working inside occupied homes
• Keep work areas clean and minimize disruption to residents

Preventive Maintenance

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout properties
• Assist with seasonal preventive maintenance
• Maintain building systems, common areas, and grounds
• Identify potential maintenance issues before they become larger problems

HVAC Support

• Assist with basic HVAC troubleshooting and repairs
• Perform routine HVAC-related maintenance within your level of training and certification
• EPA Section 608 certification is a plus

Documentation & Communication

• Complete work orders accurately using a smartphone or tablet
• Document completed work and provide photos when required
• Communicate job status and outstanding issues with the property management team
• Maintain accurate records of materials and repairs

On-Call Responsibilities

• Participate in a rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule

• Respond to urgent maintenance issues such as:- Water leaks or water intrusion

  • No heat/no AC
  • Lockouts
  • Plumbing emergencies
  • Electrical issues
  • Life-safety concerns

• On-call stipend plus overtime is available for qualifying after-hours work

Safety & Property Upkeep

• Maintain tools, equipment, inventory, and work areas
• Follow all company safety procedures
• Use appropriate PPE and safe work practices
• Maintain a professional appearance and represent the company positively at every property

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3+ years of experience in apartment maintenance, residential maintenance, make-ready work, or a related skilled trade

• Strong handyman skills and the ability to troubleshoot problems independently

• Working knowledge of:- Plumbing

  • Basic electrical
  • Drywall and painting
  • Carpentry
  • Appliances
  • General building maintenance

• Ability to manage multiple work orders and prioritize a punch list

• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism when working in residents’ homes

• Comfortable working independently across multiple properties

• Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for work orders, photos, and communication

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• Own basic hand tools

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds , climb ladders and stairs, and work indoors and outdoors

• Availability to participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule

Preferred Qualifications

The following are a plus, but not required :

• EPA Section 608 Certification — Type II or Universal
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification
• Experience maintaining older or historic buildings
• Experience with plaster walls, original windows, aging plumbing, or older electrical systems
• Experience with AppFolio or similar property management/work-order software
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Compensation & Schedule

• $22–$26/hour , depending on experience and qualifications
• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
• Rotating after-hours emergency on-call schedule
• On-call stipend
• Overtime available for qualifying after-hours work
• Benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and 401(k) , subject to company plan eligibility
• Company-provided work-order technology and material accounts
• Mileage/vehicle policy in accordance with company guidelines

Why Join Us?

This is more than a basic maintenance position. You’ll have the opportunity to use a wide range of hands-on skills , work on different properties and maintenance challenges, and make a visible impact every day.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, resourceful, professional, and takes ownership of their work . If you enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and leaving a property better than you found it, this could be an excellent fit.

Apply today to be considered for the Maintenance Technician opportunity in Charleston, SC.

You should be proficient in:

• Plumbing
• HVAC Maintenance
• electrical
• EPA
• handy man
• landscape