What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nationally Travelling Apartment Maintenance position at Monarch Investment and Management Group?
Description
Traveling Maintenance Technician
Monarch Investment & Management Group – National Traveling Crew
📍 Based in Albuquerque, NM
📍 Based in Albuquerque, NM
Monarch Investment and Management Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our National Traveling Maintenance Crew. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem solving, and traveling to help improve apartment communities across the country.
Our traveling crew is dispatched to properties that need extra support. You will work alongside a skilled team to complete repairs, turn units, and help bring communities back to top condition.
Travel Schedule
This is a travel-based position with the following rotation:
- 3 weeks traveling out of state
- 1 week off at home
You may be assigned to properties across our portfolio of 79,000 apartment units in 25 states.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and strong long-term growth opportunities.
Pay
- $20 – $23 per hour
- 50-hour work weeks (consistent overtime available)
- $50 daily per diem while traveling
- Annual raises up to 5%
Benefits
- 401(k) with 3% company match
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance starting at $45/month
- Vision and disability insurance
- 9 paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Year 1: 80 hours
- Years 2–4: 120 hours
- 5 years: 160 hours
- 20% rent discount at Monarch communities (terms apply)
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Annual anniversary gifts
Additional Perks
- Tool reimbursement up to $500 per year
- Power tool battery exchange program
- Winter boot reimbursement
- Work pant reimbursement
- Employee discounts with companies such as Verizon, Expedia, Office Depot, and more
- Paid EPA certification training with our in-house trainers
- Free skiing at Monarch Mountain
Key Responsibilities
- Complete maintenance work orders based on priority
- Perform unit turns / make-ready preparation between residents
- Interior and exterior painting and staining
- General maintenance including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and drywall
- Assist with capital projects, renovations, and major repairs
- Support property teams with maintenance needs
- Complete special projects as assigned
Qualifications
- 1 year of general maintenance experience
- Experience with drywall repair, painting, and carpentry
- Basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems
- Some experience with HVAC systems and water heaters
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to providing excellent service to residents
Applicants may be asked to demonstrate basic maintenance skills during the interview process.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel for extended periods (3 weeks at a time)
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screening
This role requires pre-employment screenings that include a criminal background check, and drug screening
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.