Maintenance Technician - Crosstown Walk

Company Description

Preferred Apartment Communities combines expertise with a people-first approach, delivering consistent care and communities that feel like home. Our mission is to provide exceptional living experiences for our residents while building a workplace where our associates feel supported, inspired, and prepared to grow.

Guided by the belief that we should always be better today than yesterday, we champion continuous improvement across every level of our organization. Through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and a people-focused approach, we strive to be good neighbors to our residents, to each other, and to the communities we serve.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Handle maintenance needs for the community, including work orders, emergency calls, repairs, and preventative upkeep.
• Prepare vacant units to rent-ready condition through repairs, cleaning, and system checks.
• Maintain property areas such as pools, amenity spaces, grounds, and equipment, keeping everything clean, orderly, and functional.
• Communicate with residents professionally by addressing requests, resolving issues quickly, and supporting community events.
• Organize and document work by keeping the shop stocked, logging service requests, and tracking contractor performance.
• Support overall operations by following company policies, assisting with budgets, and performing light cleaning when needed.

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Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bring 1-3 years' maintenance experience with strong troubleshooting skills; apartment maintenance background preferred.
• Hold or obtain refrigeration certification (Type II or Universal) within 90 days and maintain a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Meet physical demands including lifting up to 50 lbs, moving 75-300+ lb appliances with a hand truck, climbing 40-ft ladders, and performing repairs requiring bending, kneeling, and extended exertion.
• Move heavy equipment and appliances across units, up stairs, and within laundry rooms for repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Handle structural and equipment repairs involving materials or machines often exceeding 100-300 lbs, including grills, exercise equipment, golf carts, and security gates.
• Perform in-unit upgrade tasks such as installing lighting or ceiling fans using ladders while lifting and working overhead.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Expected pay range of $23.00/hour-$25.00/hour. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job
• Generous PTO program
• 13 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays and paid volunteer day
• Comprehensive, affordable medical coverage as well as company-paid dental and vision coverage available to all full-time, regular associates
• 401k with exceptional employer match
• Associate Apartment Discount
• Educational Assistance Program (tuition and certifications)
• Company-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs

Preferred Apartment Communities is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.


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