What are the responsibilities and job description for the Area Maintenance Specialist position at ATC Development?
ATC Development builds, owns, and manages apartment communities. Since 1973, our construction arm, ATC Construction, has developed over 5,000 dwellings. We're proud of our 50 year legacy and remain rooted in our core values: exceptional service, meaningful work, professionalism, teamwork, and value creation.
As a family-owned company with no third-party management, we offer a supportive, people-first culture where every employee's contribution matters. We believe in the power of home—for our residents and our team.
Build Skills. Solve Problems. Make an Impact.
We're looking for an experienced maintenance professional who thrives on developing others, solving complex maintenance challenges, and ensuring our communities operate at their best. As our Area Maintenance Specialist, you'll use your technical expertise and leadership skills to elevate and coach maintenance teams across our portfolio by providing hands-on training, technical expertise, and operational support when needed most.
Working closely with the Area Maintenance Manager, you will be instrumental in driving maintenance excellence while ensuring communities receive the support they need to deliver exceptional resident experiences.
What You'll Do
- Train, coach, and support maintenance teams in the field.
- Promote safety, company standards, and best practices.
- Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical expertise in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance.
- Assist with work orders, apartment turns, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs.
- Travel to communities as needed to support maintenance operations.
- Partner with vendors, contractors, and on-site teams to ensure quality service.
- Help standardize maintenance processes and improve team performance.
- Deliver exceptional service to residents while building strong relationships across the organization.
Why You'll Love This Role
This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with leadership and training—helping teams grow, improving operations, and making a lasting impact across our communities.
What We're Looking For:
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Self-motivated with excellent time management
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and proof of insurance
- 3-5 years of hands-on maintenance experience
- Strong knowledge of trades (plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical.
Preferred:
- CPO, EPA, OSHA certifications
- HVAC and appliance repair experience
- Experience training or mentoring maintenance staff
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am–5pm. Friday 8am-noon (occasional weekends, overtime, or on-call may be required based on property needs)
Your Well-Being, Our Priority
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and professional growth.
Health & Wellness
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options, including an HSA-compatible medical plan
- Direct primary care with low-cost local access and telemedicine
- Life insurance and other supplemental coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Financial Benefits
- Competitive salary with opportunities for bonuses
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match
- Mileage reimbursement
- 30% discount on market rent at ATC properties after completing six months of employment
Work-Life Balance
- "Family Friday" program: wrap up by noon on Fridays (workload permitting) with full pay
- Paid time off and holidays
Professional Development
- Access to ATC University—our internal, on-demand e-learning platform
- Career development and life management programs
Note: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle report, drug test, and possession of a valid driver's license.