Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Irongate Apartments | Ruskin, FL

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Compensation: $22.66 per hour

Benefits

Eligible Shelter associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental & vision insurance; HSA with employer contribution; FSA/DCA options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off & company-paid holidays; employer-paid life insurance; short- & long-term disability; Employee Assistance Program; and professional development & growth opportunities.

Grow Your Apartment Maintenance Career and Help Our Communities Thrive!

Shelter Corporation is seeking a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to help keep our apartment communities safe, comfortable, and well-maintained.

As part of Team Shelter, you'll put your maintenance skills to work across a variety of building systems while continuing to learn and grow. From troubleshooting repairs and completing preventive maintenance to preparing apartment homes for new residents, you'll work alongside a dedicated team to make a visible difference for our residents and communities.

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll help maintain our communities and provide quality service to our residents by:

• Completing resident service requests and troubleshooting repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, doors, locks, and other building systems.
• Performing scheduled preventive maintenance and inspecting building systems to identify potential concerns.
• Preparing vacant apartments for new residents, including repairs, painting, appliance installation, and other move-in readiness needs.
• Maintaining community grounds, common areas, mechanical spaces, and other property areas to support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Accurately completing work orders and documenting repairs, materials used, and follow-up needs using company technology.
• Safely using tools, equipment, PPE, and maintenance materials while following company safety procedures.
• Participating in the rotating on-call schedule and responding to after-hours emergencies, severe weather, and other property needs as required.
• Providing professional service to residents while collaborating with maintenance, property management, vendors, and other team members to support community operations.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years of apartment or building maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general building maintenance preferred.
• EPA Section 608 Certification preferred
  CPO preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Strong customer service and professional communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments with strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new skills and participate in ongoing training.

Physical & Additional Requirements

• Ability to perform hands-on maintenance work throughout apartment homes, buildings, grounds, and other areas of the community.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to participate in the rotating on-call schedule and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Ability to assist with seasonal maintenance, severe weather response, and other property needs as required.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Shelter?

Since 1993, Shelter Corporation has been creating value for residents and property owners through thoughtful, comprehensive property management. Today, we manage multifamily communities across Minnesota, Florida, and Texas, with experience spanning affordable, market-rate, active adult, and other multifamily housing.

At Shelter, we believe successful property management starts with strong communities, engaged associates, and a commitment to doing the right thing. Our values- Integrity, Competence, Fun, Accountability, Dedication, and Innovation -guide how we serve our residents, support one another, and care for the communities entrusted to us.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Shelter Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ready to bring your maintenance skills to Team Shelter and help us open doors? We invite you to apply today.