Property Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Property Maintenance Technician Job Description This role focuses on maintaining and repairing residential apartment properties, ensuring that building systems, fixtures, and grounds remain safe, functional, and in excellent condition. You will perform a wide range of maintenance tasks across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, and general building upkeep, while using a digital work order system to manage and track assignments. Responsibilities Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing fixtures and piping, including toilets, sinks, drains, valves, and controls. Unclog and clear blocked fixtures and pipes to restore proper water flow and drainage. Troubleshoot and repair electrical ranges, including replacing burner controls and switches, heating elements, door handles, and gaskets. Diagnose and repair or replace electrical systems and components such as switches, outlets, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, fuses, and electrical wiring. Repair HVAC systems and components, including replacing air conditioner filters and servicing furnaces, fans, blowers, thermostats, and controls. Perform preparation work such as patching and preparing walls for painting to ensure units are ready for occupancy or turnover. Clean and service stoves, refrigerators, and other appliances, ensuring they are safe and fully operational. Clean and repair building surfaces, fixtures, systems, and equipment to maintain a high standard of property appearance and functionality. Carry out groundskeeping tasks including trash removal, trimming, mowing, planting, and snow removal to keep outdoor areas safe and well maintained. Use a smartphone or laptop to receive, update, and close work orders through a maintenance ticketing system. Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and fixtures to reduce downtime and extend asset life. Operate a variety of hand and power tools used in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing work in a safe and efficient manner. Provide after-hours emergency coverage on a rotating on-call schedule, responding promptly to urgent maintenance issues. Essential Skills Minimum of two years’ experience in maintaining housing developments or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge. Hands‑on experience with building maintenance, including repair and upkeep of residential properties. Working knowledge of plumbing systems, including fixtures, pipes, valves, drains, and related controls. Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic electrical systems, including outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, fuses, and wiring. Experience repairing and maintaining appliances such as stoves and refrigerators. Basic HVAC repair skills, including servicing furnaces, fans, blowers, thermostats, and replacing air conditioner filters. Ability to perform preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment. Proficiency in using hand tools and basic power tools safely and effectively. Ability to operate a variety of power and hand tools used in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing trades. Ability to use a smartphone or laptop to receive, manage, and track work orders in a maintenance ticketing system. Possession of a valid driver's license. Willingness and ability to provide emergency coverage after hours and carry a cell phone while on call. Additional Skills & Qualifications NSPIRE inspections certificate required within 12 months of employment. Experience working in newer or higher‑end apartment communities is beneficial. Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to diagnose issues across multiple building systems. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and well‑presented property. Good communication skills for interacting with residents, colleagues, and supervisors. Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions. Why Work Here? You will work in a high‑value residential area with newer, well‑maintained apartments, allowing you to focus on quality maintenance rather than constant emergency fixes. The role offers a stable daytime schedule with a structured on‑call rotation, supporting a healthy work‑life balance. You will have the opportunity to broaden your skills across multiple trades while contributing to a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for residents. Work Environment This position operates primarily on a first‑shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The work takes place in residential apartment communities located in a high net worth area, with properties that are relatively new and well maintained. You will work both indoors and outdoors, performing tasks such as equipment repair, unit preparation, and groundskeeping, including mowing, trimming, planting, trash removal, and snow removal. The role requires regular use of hand tools and power tools associated with carpentry, electrical, and plumbing trades, as well as digital tools such as a smartphone or laptop for managing work orders through a maintenance ticketing system. Once hired directly, you will participate in a rotating on‑call schedule shared among five team members, typically being on call for one week out of every five, and you will carry a cell phone while on call. Clothing and footwear should be suitable for maintenance and grounds work, with an emphasis on safety, durability, and readiness for varying weather and site conditions. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Greenwich, RI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.50 - $24.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in East Greenwich,RI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026. About Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek