What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Fogelman?
HIRING EXPERIENCED MAKE-READY TECH - CAREER GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Fogelman is hiring an experienced Make Ready Technician to join the team at The Fenwick Apartments located in the Humble area of NE Houston. We’re looking for dedicated professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to a supportive, team‑focused environment.
The ideal candidate possesses a minimum of 3 years experience as a Make Ready Technician, is well‑rounded with maintenance skills, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair, has strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality, and is a team player. HVAC certification is a plus! A valid Driver’s license is required for the position.
If you take pride in preparing homes that make a great first impression and enjoy being part of a community‑focused team, we’d love to connect with you.
Fogelman possesses over 60 years of experience and was ranked #2 in the country as a Best Place To Work in Multifamily for 2026. We invest in our associates with:
- Competitive Biweekly pay On Call Stipend (if certified) Quarterly Bonus Potential
- Monthly Cell Phone Allowance & split renewal commissions
- Housing Discount
- BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability/Life Insurance
- Matching 401K
- Training, Career Development, Certifications, Tuition Reimbursement
- Recognition & Rewards through Awardco Associate Appreciations & Incentives
- $500 Associate Referrals
- Employee Connect – resources for legal, financial & personal support
SUMMARY
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for completing maintenance service requests and repairs to the buildings and grounds as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor while providing excellent customer service to our residents.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for completing all service requests as assigned.
- Responsible for the completion of all make-ready units.
- Responsible for the care, maintenance and inventory of all supplies and equipment owned by the property and/or the management company.
- Responsible for supplying all personal tools.
- Responsible for cleaning work area, tools and equipment.
- Assists in preventive maintenance projects.
- Escalate unresolved service issues to the Service Director.
- Participates in "on call" rotation and responds to emergency calls as needed.
- Responsible for positive communications with residents, vendors, and co-workers.
- Be aware of and operate within company safety policies at all times.
- Weekend work may be required.
- Adhere to all company policies including but not limited to safety and Fair Housing.
- Other job duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Three years of experience in apartment maintenance preferred.
- HVAC experience with certification (Type 1 & 2 or Universal).
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) preferred.
- Proficient in the following areas: plumbing, HVAC, electrical and appliance repair.
- Proficient in use of computers and online applications.
- Working knowledge of property systems such as Yardi, Entrata, and HappyCo preferred.
- Depending on the property, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance may be required.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The environmental and physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Constant walking, standing, and sitting alternately; frequent climbing of stairs; occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, squatting, pushing/pulling, and reaching above shoulders.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs; Occasionally lift and/or move 50 lbs or more.
- Strong constant finger and hand dexterity with ability to grasp/turn, touch, feel, and reach.
- Strong sensory skills such as good eyesight, good hearing; ability to comprehend and speak.
- Work in a variety of conditions, including both indoors and outdoors; frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high and precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Fogelman is a drug free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the pre-employment process which may include criminal background, motor vehicle reporting, drug testing, and reference checks.
Salary : $500