Apartment Community Maintenance Technician

Property Maintenance Technician Tier 3

Reports To: Service Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Join a Company That Cares About Community—and Your Career

At Klein, we don’t just manage properties—we shape neighborhoods and enrich lives. As a well-respected and growing real estate company, we invest in our people just as much as we do in our communities. Our success is built on professionalism, collaboration, and a deep sense of responsibility for the spaces we create and maintain.

As a Property Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents. You’ll bring your hands-on expertise and team-first attitude to a role that offers variety, independence, and the chance to grow within an organization that values your contribution.

What You’ll Do

As a key player on our maintenance team, you’ll float across multiple properties, providing high-quality service and reliable support. Your day-to-day will involve everything from routine repairs to emergency responses, helping us maintain our commitment to excellence at every location.

Core Responsibilities

Corrective Maintenance:

• Respond to and complete resident service requests with professionalism and efficiency

• Prepare vacant units for occupancy with close attention to detail

• Handle a wide range of building repairs without reliance on outside vendors unless directed

Preventive Maintenance:

• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, systems, and grounds

• Address issues with plumbing, lighting, HVAC, and structural elements before they become costly problems

• Work with the Service Manager to maintain and improve preventive maintenance protocols

Emergency Maintenance:

• Be available for after-hours and on-call duties as scheduled

• Know emergency shut-offs and response procedures

• Follow all company protocols in handling urgent issues affecting safety and habitability

General Operations:

• Maintain and track inventory of tools and equipment

• Support special projects and assist across departments as needed

• Keep maintenance areas organized, clean, and OSHA-compliant

Who You Are

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in property or facilities maintenance (residential or commercial)

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• HVAC/CFC certification required

• Valid PA/NJ/FL driver’s license

• Familiarity with Fair Housing laws

• Own and maintain a standard set of hand tools

Technical Skills:

• Strong general knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and appliance repair

• Comfortable using standard maintenance tools and following OSHA safety standards

• Able to read and interpret service manuals, maintenance records, and property layouts

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks, including walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, and working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces

• Willing and able to shovel snow, plow, and operate related machinery when needed

Soft Skills & Culture Fit

• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset

• Positive attitude, reliability, and personal integrity

• A sense of pride in your work and a desire to serve residents with respect and professionalism

• Ability to troubleshoot independently and follow tasks through to completion

• A commitment to upholding Klein’s high standards and brand reputation

Why Klein?

✅ Competitive pay and benefits

✅ Supportive, team-driven culture

✅ Real career growth opportunities

✅ A company that treats you like family

✅ Pride in the properties and people we serve

Note: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. Klein is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.