Maintenance Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Location: St. Augustine – Onsite
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: On-Site Community Association Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and hands-on Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day upkeep and overall appearance of the property. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, notices issues before they become larger problems, enjoys working outdoors, and is comfortable handling a variety of general maintenance and improvement projects.

The Maintenance Technician will work closely with the Community Association Manager and property management team to help ensure the community remains clean, safe, attractive, and well maintained for residents and guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance throughout the property and grounds, including basic carpentry, minor painting, fixture repair, and installation.
• Safely use hand tools and basic power tools to complete routine maintenance and repair projects.
• Identify maintenance issues that require professional attention and promptly report them to management.
• Perform routine upkeep of common areas and grounds.
• Complete basic power washing, litter removal, and routine grounds maintenance as needed.
• Conduct regular observations of the property and identify conditions requiring attention.
• Identify and immediately report unsafe conditions to management.
• Respond to basic maintenance requests from residents in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist with vendor coordination and management as directed.
• Assist with storm preparedness activities and property recovery following severe weather.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and exercise discretion when interacting with homeowners and guests.
• Communicate proactively with the Community Association Manager and other appropriate stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the CAM and property management team and escalate issues appropriately.
• Follow established procedures for identifying property concerns, responding to residents, reporting safety issues, and coordinating repairs.
• Complete additional maintenance and property-related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who is hands-on, observant, dependable, and takes ownership of the condition of the property . You should be comfortable working independently, recognizing things that need attention without always being directed to them, and communicating concerns to management before they become larger issues.

Strong customer service skills are also important, as this position interacts with residents and works closely with the onsite Community Association Manager.

Requirements:

  Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous maintenance, handyman, groundskeeping, construction, or similar hands-on experience preferred.
• Previous experience in condominium, HOA, apartment, resort, hospitality, or commercial property maintenance preferred.
• Experience performing routine property inspections preferred.
• Basic construction or remodeling experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with residents, management, vendors, and other stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of common maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and basic power tools.
• Ability to perform basic carpentry and general repair work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize maintenance issues independently.
• Ability to prioritize routine maintenance needs and appropriately escalate issues requiring professional attention.
• Dependable, professional, and service-oriented approach to working with residents and the property management team.

Certifications & Licenses

• Valid driver's license required.
• CPO certification preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work both indoors and outdoors in Florida heat, humidity, and varying weather conditions.The Maintenance Technician should be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing as necessary to perform maintenance duties.Occasional weekend, holiday, or after-hours work may be required for emergencies, severe weather, or special community needs.
What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means the property is consistently well maintained, issues are identified and addressed proactively, residents receive timely responses to maintenance requests, and the community remains safe and in good working order.The successful candidate will communicate proactively with the CAM, follow established procedures, work well with vendors and stakeholders, and take pride in the overall appearance and condition of the property.