Equity Residential Maintenance Team Interview Day: San Francisco Bay Area

Equity Residential is hosting a hiring event at Park Place at San Mateo Apartments.

Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
4:30pm – 7:00 pm
1101 Park Place, San Mateo, CA 94403
Parking is available in front of the leasing office.

About the role

We are hiring for the following positions in San Mateo, Redwood City, San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara:

• Multisite Maintenance Technician ($27.71 - $33.86/hour)
• Maintenance Apprentice ($25.21/hour)
• Maintenance Manager ($40.05 - $48.95/hour)

The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Employees are eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives.

Responsibilities

Multisite Maintenance Technician

• Support maintenance efforts at two or more Equity Residential apartment communities.
• Respond to resident service requests and complete make-ready work.
• Perform common area maintenance.
• Deliver superior customer service and exemplify professionalism.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC equipment (if applicable), and perform interior repairs and painting.

Maintenance Manager

• Partner with the Community and Property Manager to cultivate a high-performing team.
• Ensure adherence to Equity standards and assist team members with tasks as needed.
• Analyze the financial performance of the property.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and provide regular status reports.

Maintenance Apprentice

• Train with the property management team to learn essential skills in property maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, appliances, and electrical work.
• Receive hands-on training and classroom instruction over 14 weeks.
• Successful completion of the program leads to promotion to Maintenance Technician.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation if the role requires operating a motorized vehicle.

Maintenance Apprentice

• General ability to demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule.
• Computer literacy and effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform physical activities requiring use of hands, arms, legs, and whole-body movement.

Multisite Maintenance Technician

• Hands-on general service maintenance experience required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, appliances, and HVAC equipment preferred.
• EPA Section 608 Type I, Type II, or Universal certification preferred.

Maintenance Manager

• Hands-on maintenance experience in plumbing, electrical, appliance, and HVAC.
• Residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail experience.
• EPA Section 608 Type I and Type II or Universal certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire if required.

Company Values

• Question Authority
• Walk the Talk
• Share Knowledge
• Listen, Not Just Hear
• See the Glass Half Full
• Take Educated Risks
• Enjoy the Ride
• Share the Spotlight
• Do the Right Thing
• Test Your Limits

Benefits

Physical Wellbeing

• Medical, dental, and vision care

Social Wellbeing

• 9 paid holidays
• Annual vacation time
• Paid sick leave
• New parent benefits

Financial Wellbeing

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Rent discounts
• Competitive compensation

Community Wellbeing

• Paid community service hours

Career Wellbeing

• Leadership development