Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician I
Job Description

The Maintenance Technician I supports the daily operations of a residential community by performing a wide range of facility, mechanical, and technical maintenance tasks. Working under supervision, this role ensures that the property remains safe, well-maintained, and in excellent condition for residents by handling on-site maintenance, unit turns, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs across multiple building systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the physical condition of the community meets established operating and safety standards at all times.
• Complete all service requests and repairs accurately, safely, and in a timely manner, prioritizing urgent issues as needed.
• Obtain appropriate approval for repairs and replacements that exceed $1,000.00 before proceeding with the work.
• Administer turn-key operations by inspecting and preparing vacant units promptly to meet move-in timelines.
• Maintain an organized and adequate inventory of supplies, parts, and tools necessary to provide effective maintenance service and property upkeep.
• Purchase maintenance supplies using a standard purchase order system and proper bidding procedures to control costs and ensure quality.
• Coordinate and work with approved vendors as needed, ensuring services remain within the annual maintenance budget.
• Maintain and follow a preventative maintenance program designed to reduce emergency repairs and minimize resident service requests.
• Apply working knowledge of building equipment, painting, drywall patching, plumbing, and other minor repairs to maintain the property.
• Evaluate deficiencies such as excessive wear on building components and troubleshoot minor electrical issues to identify and resolve problems early.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Community Manager and support the overall team effort to maintain the community.
• Perform snow removal when accumulation is less than 2 inches, including shoveling sidewalks and entryways and spreading salt to maintain safe access.

• Demonstrated experience in general residential maintenance, including on-site building and unit repairs.
• Hands-on skills in mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of building systems.
• Ability to perform basic HVAC-related tasks within a residential or light commercial setting.
• Proficiency in plumbing repairs such as leaks, clogs, and fixture replacements.
• Carpentry skills for tasks such as minor structural repairs, trim work, and door or cabinet adjustments.
• Ability to perform painting and drywall patching to maintain a clean and well-presented appearance of units and common areas.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve minor electrical issues safely.
• Strong organizational skills to manage work orders, prioritize tasks, and maintain an adequate inventory of tools and supplies.
• Ability to follow a preventative maintenance schedule and document completed work as needed.
• Capability to work with vendors and follow purchasing procedures, including using standard purchase order systems and bidding processes.
• Willingness and ability to perform snow removal duties, including shoveling and salting walkways.
• Capacity to work under supervision and follow directions from the Community Manager while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

• Experience in residential property maintenance or facilities management is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with turn-key operations, including inspecting and preparing vacant units for new residents.
• Comfort working with budgets and aligning maintenance activities with financial guidelines.
• Ability to travel between multiple properties when required, including using a personal vehicle for work-related travel with mileage reimbursement.
• Strong communication skills to interact professionally with residents, colleagues, and vendors.
• Reliability and flexibility to participate in on-call rotations and respond to after-hours maintenance needs.

You will join a team that values reliability, craftsmanship, and proactive maintenance, offering a stable schedule with clear expectations and support. The role provides opportunities to broaden your skills across multiple trades while working in a setting where your contributions directly improve residents’ daily lives. You benefit from an on-call structure that includes a flat weekly bonus and premium pay for hours worked, as well as mileage reimbursement when traveling between properties. The work environment encourages teamwork, accountability, and professional growth in a well-organized and safety-focused operation.

Work Environment

This role follows a first-shift schedule, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. An on-call period begins at 4:30 p.m., with technicians participating in a rotating on-call schedule that typically occurs every third week. Technicians receive a flat bonus for each on-call week, regardless of whether they are called out, and are paid at 1.5 times their hourly rate for any hours worked while on call. One opening is based at a single site Monday through Friday, providing a consistent work location. Another opening splits time, working three days per week at a designated property and two days traveling between locations within Pennsylvania and Delaware; this role uses a personal vehicle for work-related travel with mileage reimbursement. The work involves hands-on maintenance in residential buildings, including indoor and outdoor tasks such as repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance, and light snow removal. The environment requires safe use of tools and equipment, adherence to operating and safety standards, and appropriate work attire suitable for maintenance and field work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lancaster, PA.

The pay range for this position is $43680.00 - $56160.00/yr.

Healthcare Vision Dental Retirement PTO Holidays

This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.