Maintenance Apprentice - Troy / Girard

Vivmark Residential exists to set the mark for what home can be. Our vision is to be the most trusted and best-performing rental housing company in America, one that continues to get better as it grows. As an owner, developer, and manager of more than 180,000 apartment homes in major markets across the US, we offer opportunities for team members to move up and across functions, markets, and disciplines, building lasting careers. We invest in growth, development, and capabilities that make both our team members and our company better, while holding ourselves to the highest standards as an employer.

About the role

As a Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you will train with our property management team to learn essential skills in property maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, appliances, and electrical work. Over 14 weeks, you'll receive hands-on training and classroom instruction, guided by experienced team members. Successful completion of the program leads to promotion to Maintenance Technician.

Responsibilities

• Partner with assigned service team members for on-the-job training
• Observe, learn, and understand a wide range of maintenance skills and processes
• Learn to operate light equipment for basic repairs under the guidance of skilled technical staff
• Demonstrate skills and processes by working independently or with a team as training progresses
• Perform maintenance tasks to gain hands-on experience and showcase proficiency
• Learn relevant computer software applications used by the service team

Requirements

• General ability to demonstrate mechanical aptitude
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Upon successful promotion to Maintenance Technician, must be able to work any assigned shift, including weekends. Shifts may change according to business needs
• Must be able to respond to emergencies after normal business hours and on weekends when assigned on-call responsibilities
• A telephone number where you can be reached after-hours must be provided to your manager
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation if operating a motorized vehicle (e.g., car, golf cart) during work
• Computer literacy and effective communication skills; must be able to communicate orally and in writing in English for all work-related purposes
• Ability to perform physical activities requiring use of hands, arms, legs, and whole body, including prolonged standing, walking, climbing, sweeping, stooping, kneeling, shoveling, crouching, lifting, and handling materials. Frequent lifting, grasping, and carrying of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs
• Must use a personal smartphone with updated software, password protection, and compliance with in-house security systems and operations software

Qualifications

• Trade school certification/diploma
• EPA Section 608 Type I, Type II, or Universal certification
• Residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail experience

Pay

$22.30 - $24.77 per hour. Team members are eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Exclusive team member housing discounts