Service Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as an Apartment Maintenance Service Technician in Lake Charles, LA!

RichSmith Management is currently seeking a skilled Apartment Maintenance Service Technician to join our beautiful apartment community in Lake Charles, LA . If you are an HVAC/EPA certified professional looking to expand your career with a growing company, this is a fantastic opportunity for you!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All of our full-time positions offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance starting the 1st of the month after 30 days
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plan
• Paid holidays and much more!

This position is designated as a "Safety Sensitive Position," requiring full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute job duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all maintenance and repair work , both major and routine, for apartments, supportive buildings, common areas, irrigation systems, and grounds.
• Respond to service requests within one business day.
• Complete turnkey work in vacant apartments, including repairs, paint, and lock/key rotation.
• Ensure the maintenance shop is neat, organized, and well-stocked.
• Be on-call for 24-hour emergency maintenance services .
• Follow the Fair Housing Act at all times.
• Provide technical guidance to the maintenance team, overseeing repairs of mechanical and architectural systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, building exteriors, and recreational equipment.
• Maintain and repair swimming pool equipment .
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces, including parking lot striping and curbs.

Qualifications:

• HVAC or EPA certification is preferred.
• Experience in pool operation and maintenance is a plus.
• 3+ years of related work experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical aspects of appliance repair , HVAC troubleshooting , and basic skills in electricity, refrigeration, plumbing, carpentry , and irrigation systems .
• Availability to work in an on-call capacity for 24-hour maintenance services.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift objects up to 75 lbs .
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and reach overhead for extended periods.
• Capable of bending forward when picking up objects from the ground.

If you're a maintenance professional ready to work in a dynamic, supportive environment, apply today to become part of RichSmith Management and help us maintain a high-quality living experience for our residents!