Maintenance Technician

Brief Description SYNC at West Dallas is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our service team! Candidates must have at least 3 years of apartment maintenance experience with strong HVAC, appliance, plumbing, and electrical troubleshooting and repair skills, the ability to clearly communicate repair options and schedules to residents to set appropriate expectations, and take pride in completing repairs correctly the first time. This role is also responsible for completing make‑readies, including interior paint touch‑ups, carpet cleaning, and other items as outlined on the make‑ready checklist. Valid driver’s license and bi‑weekly on‑call rotation participation required. Participate in daily groundskeeping duties throughout the community Complete work orders as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Property Manager in order of priority Walk all grounds, parking lots, garages, pool areas, amenity spaces, and common areas to remove waste items and ensure all equipment and community property is in proper working condition and free from safety hazards Assist in the make‑ready process as needed to ensure unit availability for leasing efforts Support the Maintenance Supervisor with all checklists and complete projects as assigned Update all relevant systems with work order and make‑ready statuses for proper tracking and reporting Respond to after‑hours and emergency work order calls Essential Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the cleaned and repaired condition of the property interiors, exteriors, and site using company‑supplied materials and equipment and following manufacturer’s directions for the same. Provides support and rotates emergency calls with the Maintenance Lead. This is a line position with direct impact on company funds. Monitor and assist completion of make‑ready units Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct minor air conditioning failures (e.g., low freon, bad compressor, fan motors). EPA certified. Ensure filters are replaced in a timely manner. Assist with replacing complete systems as needed. Perform air conditioning repairs and replacements in compliance with federal regulations. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and correct minor heating failures (e.g., replace heat strips, exchangers, thermo‑couplings, boilers, tube bundles). Complete preventative maintenance as necessary. Troubleshoot diagnoses and correct minor appliance failures (e.g., replace dishwasher motors, garbage disposals, ice makers, stove elements, thermo‑couplings). Repair minor electrical problems (e.g., replace switches, receptacles, fixtures). May work with high voltage 110‑220 V. Repair minor plumbing problems (e.g., replace bibs, seats, pop‑up assemblies, operate sewer machines, sweat copper lines, maintain boiler logs). Provide minor carpentry, glass and sheet‑rock repairs (e.g., remove/replace doorframes, patch holes in sheet rock, apply texture, repair sub‑floors, repair cabinets). Assist in monitoring inventory of maintenance and cleaning supplies, facilitating accurate replacement orders. Perform necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on rental units as they become vacant, maintain adequate supply of rental units ready for occupancy, and assist in painting and finishing of interior units, office, clubhouse, laundry rooms, and common areas. Repair, patch, and re‑stretch carpet; install vinyl or sheet goods. Re‑key locks and cut keys. Continuously inspect the property for safety hazards that pose a liability or potential liability, correct them immediately, and advise of necessary action. Share on‑call duty with Maintenance Supervisor and be available at all times via pager, unless previous arrangements have been made. Perform reasonable duties under supervisor’s direction in completing resident work orders and requests for service. Incorporate both safety and customer service in the performance of all job duties. Maintain consistent and punctual attendance record. Perform other reasonable duties as assigned. Marginal Duties Perform daily pool care, ensure pool is in proper chemical balance following manufacturer’s directions, and area is free of safety violations (e.g., safety equipment, gate functions). Possesses pool operator’s certificate. Complete minor roof repairs (composition and built‑up roofs). Must be able to climb to and walk on all roof areas. Perform supplemental landscape maintenance and irrigation system repair so that landscape areas are tidy, trimmed, and adequately watered. Replace sprinkler heads, dig up and repair broken lines, adjust time clocks. Perform supplemental exterminations as needed and allowed by law in vacant units, ant beds. Travel to suppliers to pick up parcels and supplies as directed. Other duties as assigned. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with employer match Generous paid time off $1,000 Maintenance Retention Bonus 30% employee rent discount Monthly Renewal Bonus Experience Requirements High school graduate or GED EPA certification is required At least three years of prior apartment maintenance staff experience Valid driver’s license is required Participation in on‑call rotation Standard shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; On‑call shift: Monday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Tuesday through Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday/Sunday 2‑hour amenity and trash touch‑up shift Position Summary Assists and works under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and performs necessary repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the entire property. May perform duties of the Maintenance Supervisor as required by the needs of the property. Continually strives to increase his/her working knowledge of the property to achieve the position of Maintenance Supervisor. #J-18808-Ljbffr