Residential Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Residential Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks necessary to maintain and repair residential properties, ensuring a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment for residents. This position requires excellent troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to prompt and high-quality service. The technician will handle routine repairs, preventative maintenance, unit turnarounds, and respond to maintenance requests.

General Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on residential units and common areas.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and structural components.
• Execute repairs including, but not limited to, patching drywall, painting, minor carpentry, door and window repairs, and appliance repair/replacement.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests (work orders) submitted by management, completing tasks efficiently and professionally.

Plumbing

• Repair or replace leaky faucets, toilets, and water heaters.
• Clear clogged drains and sewer lines.
• Install or repair plumbing fixtures.
• Coordinate with licensed contractors for major repairs or installations as necessary.

Electrical

• Replace light fixtures, switches, outlets, and ballasts.
• Troubleshoot and repair minor electrical issues, ensuring compliance with safety codes.
• Perform circuit breaker resets and diagnostics.
• Coordinate with licensed contractors for major repairs or installations as necessary.

HVAC

• Perform routine checks and preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems (e.g., filter changes, coil cleaning).
• Diagnose and perform minor repairs to HVAC units.
• Coordinate with licensed contractors for major repairs or installations as necessary.

Fleet Maintenance

• Perform routine checks and preventative maintenance on company vehicles (e.g. oil changes, fluid levels, tire pressure, lights).

• Coordinate minor repairs and ensure vehicles are kept clean and in good working order.
• Schedule and coordinate with external vendors for major vehicle repairs and inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance, mileage and repair costs.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all work is performed in a safe manner, adhering to all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations (OSHA).
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance performed, materials used, and service request completion.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and tools.
• Participate in safety training and follow established safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing and be able to be an approved driver under the company’s liability insurance coverage.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check (local, state, and federal) and drug screening.
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to give and receive feedback in a professional manner.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in property maintenance, apartment maintenance, or a related field (e.g., general contracting, facilities maintenance), preferred.
• Must have basic maintenance tools to use on the job.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift at least 100lbs, bend, twist and stand for long periods.
• Must be able to get in and out of vehicles, go up and down stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to traverse in home, office and community settings.

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