MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - APARTMENT BUILDING

Position: Maintenance Technician

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Property Manager / Regional Manager

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced, dependable Full-Time Maintenance Technician to oversee the day-to-day maintenance needs of a 108-unit senior apartment community. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining resident apartments, common areas, building systems, grounds, and equipment in a safe, clean, and well-maintained condition. This position requires a strong general maintenance background, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to interact professionally and respectfully with senior residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: -Respond promptly and professionally to resident maintenance requests and work orders.-Diagnose and repair common apartment maintenance issues involving:o Plumbingo Electrical systems and fixtureso Heating and cooling systemso Applianceso Doors, locks, and hardwareo Drywall and paintingo Bathroom and kitchen fixtures-Repair leaking faucets, toilets, drains, disposals, and other plumbing fixtures.-Replace outlets, switches, light fixtures, smoke detectors, and other electrical components within the employee’s training and qualifications.-Troubleshoot and perform routine repairs to HVAC equipment.-Repair or replace appliances as appropriate.-Perform minor carpentry, drywall repair, patching, caulking, and painting.-Complete work orders accurately and document completed work.-Prepare vacant apartments for new residents in a timely manner.-Complete painting, patching, cleaning, fixture replacement, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, and other turnover work.-Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance throughout the property.-Inspect and maintain building equipment and mechanical systems.-Monitor plumbing, HVAC, electrical, life-safety, and other building systems for potential problems.-Replace filters, batteries, bulbs, and other routine maintenance items according to schedule.-Inspect the property regularly for maintenance, safety, and appearance issues.

Required Qualifications: -5–7 years of prior apartment, multifamily, commercial building, or similar maintenance experience.-Strong general maintenance and troubleshooting skills.-Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair, carpentry, drywall, and painting.-Ability to communicate professionally with residents, employees, vendors, and management.-Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.-Ability to participate in an emergency on-call schedule.-Ability to pass any required background screening.

Physical Requirements: The position regularly requires the employee to:-Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach.-Use ladders and stairs.-Work in mechanical rooms, apartments, common areas, and exterior areas.-Lift and carry maintenance materials, tools, appliances, and equipment.-Safely lift approximately 50 pounds independently and heavier items with appropriate assistance or equipment.-Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.-Respond to maintenance emergencies throughout different areas of the property.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Freedom Village LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.