Community Maintenance Technician - Avondale, AZ

About the role

As a Community Maintenance Technician at Z Modular, supporting the FLATZ 623 community in Avondale, AZ, you play a key role in maintaining the functionality, safety, and overall appearance of a multifamily apartment community. This position supports day-to-day maintenance operations by completing service requests, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring all building systems operate efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Aid in completing make-ready units in accordance with Z Modular standards
• Diagnose and repair HVAC systems, appliances, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Perform minor carpentry, drywall repairs, and painting
• Respond promptly to resident service and maintenance requests
• Re-key locks and cut keys as needed
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance of property equipment and vacant units
• Maintain pool areas, including chemical balance and safety compliance
• Identify and address safety hazards throughout the property
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas, sidewalks, and amenities
• Remove trash and debris and power wash surfaces as needed
• Support landscaping upkeep by raking rocks and removing weeds
• Maintain accurate documentation of service requests, maintenance activities, and material usage
• Participate in the on-call maintenance rotation and respond to emergency requests as required
• Provide professional and courteous service to residents and team members
• Collaborate with property management to support resident satisfaction and operational efficiency

Requirements

• 2–5 years of general maintenance experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational training or certifications in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical preferred
• EPA Type II or Universal HVAC certification preferred or obtained within 90 days
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred or obtained within 90 days
• OSHA safety training preferred
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, pool maintenance, and appliance repair
• Understanding of building systems and maintenance best practices
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with basic computer and mobile applications used for work order tracking
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Able to use hand and power tools safely and effectively

Qualifications

• Service-oriented mindset with strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Skills

• Physical requirements: Ability to perform essential job functions including maintenance tasks, inspections, and property upkeep; Regular movement throughout the property, including stairs, ladders, and confined spaces; Work in both indoor and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions; Frequent physical activity: standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and repetitive tasks; Operation of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance/cleaning equipment; Visual ability to assess equipment and property conditions and read work orders/manuals; Hearing and responding to equipment sounds and team communication

Benefits

Z Modular at Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive compensation; Bonus plan and profit-sharing opportunities; 401(k) with company match; Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Tuition assistance program; Paid vacation and holidays; Employee loyalty awards

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.