Maintenance Technician

At CommonPlace , we believe homes are more than four walls—it’s where people find belonging. Our communities are designed to be welcoming, approachable, and rooted in their neighborhoods. Every team member plays a role in shaping spaces that residents are proud to call home.

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our community. If you take pride in your work, value great service, and enjoy being part of a supportive team, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare apartment homes for new residents with high-quality make-readies.

• Respond to service requests promptly and professionally.

• Treat all residents fairly and consistently in line with Fair Housing guidelines, and refer any accommodation or modification requests to the Property Manager.

• Partner closely with your property and maintenance team to keep the community running smoothly.

• Maintain the appearance and function of apartments, amenities, grounds, and buildings, including the pool.

• Oversee vendor work to ensure quality and timeliness.

• Keep supplies organized, order parts as needed, and track inventory.

• Stay compliant with OSHA standards and follow company safety policies.

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance.

• Assist with the bid process and training of maintenance team members.

• Handle lock changes, snow/ice removal, and other on-site needs.

• Participate in the on-call rotation (twice a month), including some weekends, and respond to after-hours emergencies.

• Report unusual or urgent issues to the Property Manager.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Apartment maintenance or handyman experience required.

• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical (HVAC certification, such as EPA 608, a plus).

• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification a plus.

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

• Comfortable using power tools and hand tools safely.

• Positive, professional, and resident-focused attitude.

• Supervisory or training experience preferred.

• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to regularly push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to 50 lbs independently, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Availability to work Monday through Friday, plus weekends when on call (twice a month).

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance, required to travel between nearby properties and complete supply pickups.

Benefits

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay.

• Commission opportunities for unit turns and renewals.

• Competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k).

• Paid vacation, sick time, and volunteer time.

• Career growth opportunities within a growing company.

• A culture that values teamwork, creativity, and community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class. Our locations are drug-free. Background checks are required before employment begins and are conducted in accordance with applicable law. We participate in E-Verify; all candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let our recruiting team know.