What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Tech Tier III position at Atlas Management LLC?
Atlas Management, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Tier III to support a portfolio of properties in Seattle, Washington.
The Tier III Technician is a senior-level maintenance professional responsible for performing advanced repairs, overseeing preventative maintenance programs, coordinating vendors, and supporting the overall supervision of site maintenance operations. This role requires extensive experience in multi-family property maintenance and strong expertise across building systems.
In addition to completing service requests and preparing market-ready units, the Tier III Technician plays a leadership role by mentoring lower-tier technicians, assisting with maintenance planning and scheduling, participating in and helping supervise on-call rotations, and ensuring operational excellence across assigned properties.
This position may provide functional oversight to other maintenance staff.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Advanced Maintenance & Repairs
· Complete complex service requests in a timely and professional manner.
· Prepare market-ready units including advanced repairs, appliance replacement, flooring repairs, and system troubleshooting.
· Perform advanced-level work in:
o HVAC systems
o Plumbing systems
o Electrical troubleshooting and installation
o Appliance repair and replacement
o Carpentry and structural repairs
o Life-safety systems and code-related repairs
· Diagnose and resolve complex building system issues independently.
Preventative Maintenance & Operational Oversight
· Develop, schedule, and oversee preventative maintenance programs.
· Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
· Inspect properties to identify long-term capital repair needs and safety concerns.
· Ensure compliance with company policies and all applicable housing regulations including Fair Housing, ADA, FCRA, and related laws.
· Assist in managing maintenance budgets and supply inventory.
· Coordinate contractors for larger repairs, renovations, and specialized projects.
Leadership & Team Support
· Provide training, mentoring, and oversight to Tier I and Tier II technicians.
· Assist with supervision of site maintenance operations.
· Participate in and help supervise on-call emergency rotation schedules.
· Ensure work performed by team members and vendors meets Atlas quality standards.
· Provide superior customer service and represent Atlas professionally at all times.
· Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
· 5 years of experience in multi-family apartment maintenance or related field.
· Extensive hands-on experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliance repair, and general building systems.
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
· Ability to travel between properties within assigned Seattle portfolio.
· Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
· Authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
· Specialized certifications or trade licenses (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
· Experience supervising or mentoring maintenance staff.
Skills & Abilities
· Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across building systems.
· Ability to independently manage complex repairs and prioritize workload.
· Strong understanding of preventative maintenance planning and scheduling.
· Ability to oversee and evaluate vendor performance.
· Leadership and mentoring capability.
· Strong time management and organizational skills.
· Effective communication skills with residents, vendors, and internal teams.
· Professional conflict resolution skills.
· Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
· Comfortable using technology including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
· Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability.
Physical Requirements
The employee must be able to:
· Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach.
· Continuously talk and hear.
· Occasionally climb or balance.
· Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
· Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
· Maintain visual acuity including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Benefits:
· 401(k)
· Dental insurance
· Health insurance
· Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.75 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Multifamily Maintenance: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License and clean driving record (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Seattle, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34 - $36