What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Property Maintenance Technician position at Michael Saunders & Company?
Responsibilities:
The Commercial Property Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and appearance of assigned commercial properties throughout the Tampa Bay region. Acting as the field representative of the Property Management team, the Technician provides responsive maintenance support, performs preventative maintenance and inspections, coordinates outside vendors, and helps protect the physical condition and value of client assets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Travels regularly between assigned properties throughout Pinellas, Pasco, and the greater Tampa Bay area to perform maintenance, inspections, and vendor oversight.
- Responds to and resolves tenant work orders and routine maintenance requests in a timely, professional manner.
- Performs scheduled preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, and life-safety systems.
- Conducts regular property inspections, documenting deficiencies and completed work with photos through mobile work order software.
- Diagnoses and performs repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, carpentry, painting, and drywall.
- Coordinates, escorts, and oversees outside vendors and contractors, verifying quality and completeness of work.
- Responds to building emergencies (water intrusion, power loss, alarms, storm damage) and coordinates emergency vendor response as needed.
- Supports fire and life safety inspections and building code compliance requirements.
- Maintains high property appearance standards, including oversight of landscaping, pressure washing, and signage.
- Maintains accurate inventory, equipment, and work order documentation.
- Serves as the on-site field representative for tenants, vendors, and property owners.
- Participates in the on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies.
Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Ability to work independently across multiple properties with minimal supervision.
- Valid Florida driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable vehicle for inter-property travel.
- Comfortable using mobile devices/tablets and work order management software.
- Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and access roofs and mechanical areas.
- Strong communication skills with tenants, vendors, and Property Managers.
- Professional appearance and demeanor representing the company in the field.
- Good verbal communication skills
Education and/or experience:
High school education required; trade certification in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing preferred.
Minimum two to three years of experience in commercial property maintenance or a related trade.
Certificates, licenses, registrations:
Valid Florida driver's license required. Trade certifications (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) preferred but not required.
Physical demands:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. regularly, with occasional lifting up to 75 lbs. with assistance. Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and stand, bend, or kneel for extended periods, including outdoors in Florida heat.
Working hours/days:
The Commercial Property Maintenance Technician performs all above referenced tasks Monday through Friday, with occasional evening, weekend, or on-call work required to support tenant emergencies and storm response.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42,729 - $59,051