Maintenance Technician – Apartment Community

Maintenance Technician

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Augusta, GA 30906
Work Location: In person
Schedule: 8-hour shift; availability to work weekends and participate in an on-call rotation as needed

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Maintenance Technician to join our apartment community team. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the property, apartments, common areas, equipment, and grounds in a safe, clean, and attractive condition for residents and prospective residents.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, troubleshoot maintenance issues, provide excellent customer service, and complete work in a timely and professional manner.

Essential Responsibilities

• Respond to resident service requests promptly and professionally.
• Complete maintenance and repair requests in a timely manner.
• Perform repairs and maintenance in vacant apartments to prepare units for new residents.
• Perform preventive maintenance throughout the property.
• Inspect apartments, buildings, equipment, and common areas to identify maintenance needs.
• Diagnose and repair problems involving major building systems and equipment.
• Perform basic repairs involving:
• HVAC and air conditioning
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Drywall
• Painting
• Flooring
• Carpentry
• Concrete
• Major appliances
• General building maintenance
• Landscaping and grounds maintenance
• Maintain and repair property equipment and machinery.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and properly.
• Use HVAC diagnostic equipment, including gauges and vacuum pumps, when qualified and authorized.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate maintenance issues and needed repairs to the Community Service Manager.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with residents.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and maintenance standards.
• Participate in emergency/on-call duties as assigned.
• Assist with other maintenance duties and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in apartment maintenance, property maintenance, building maintenance, or a related field.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Knowledge of general apartment/building maintenance and repair.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, carpentry, and appliances.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and determine appropriate repairs.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• Must be a self-starter and results-oriented.
• Mechanically inclined with strong problem-solving skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to respond to maintenance emergencies when needed.

Physical Requirements

This position is physically active and requires frequent:

• Standing and walking
• Bending, kneeling, stooping, and crawling
• Climbing ladders and stairs
• Reaching and working overhead
• Using hand and power tools
• Moving equipment and materials
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 75 pounds or more

Transportation & Attendance

• Must have reliable transportation to and from the property and other assigned locations.
• Must be able to work scheduled hours consistently.
• Must be available to work any day of the week, including weekends, when scheduled.
• Must be available for overtime and emergency/on-call assignments when required.

Compensation

Pay: Based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Benefits may include those offered by the company to eligible full-time employees.ding customer service!

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25