Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician is a key contributor to the safety, functionality, and aesthetic quality of residential properties. This role focuses on hands-on repair, construction, and preventive maintenance, ensuring units remain in excellent condition and tenant concerns are addressed promptly and professionally.

Primary Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders related to residential repairs and maintenance.
• Repair or replace water lines, water heaters, valves, cartridges, and unclog drains.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues including outlets, fixtures, and breakers.
• Perform drywall repairs including floating walls, taping, mudwork, and texturing.
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces of residential units.
• Install baseboards, door casing, cabinetry, new flooring, and perform door/window replacements.
• Absorb minor structural work as needed on units during turnovers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document recurring issues.
• Prepare for and respond to emergencies including floods, fires, power outages, and earthquakes.
• Replace or repair gas heaters and conduct life safety alarm checks (e.g., carbon monoxide and smoke detectors).
• Procure, load, unload, and move materials; run errands for the maintenance department.
• Work across various properties in the East Bay as assigned.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Support other team members and participate in collaborative maintenance tasks.
• Communicate effectively with tenants, vendors, and supervisors to resolve issues quickly and respectfully.
• Contribute to a safe, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, morale, and loyalty.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating vendor activities and tenant availability.
• Ensure projects and repairs are completed efficiently and in line with company quality standards.
• Be available for on-call assignments as needed for after-hours emergencies or urgent issues.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in Building Maintenance Technology or a related field is a plus.
• Must complete and maintain current certifications in lead, asbestos, and mold remediation and other classes as required.
• 1–3 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician preferred.
• Proficient in using a smartphone and email for work-related communication and tasks.
• Must have a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and current insurance (pickup truck preferred).

Compensation and Benefits

The Pay Range For This Role Is 24 - 40 USD per hour (ArtHaus Works)

Medica, Dental, Vision
401k with employer match