Maintenance Technician
About Heirloom
Heirloom exists to connect people to places and to each other. We design, build, and operate beautiful spaces that redefine what it feels like to travel as a group. With roots in New Orleans and a growing presence in more than a dozen destinations nationwide, Heirloom blends the warmth of hospitality with the power of technology to create unforgettable group travel experiences. Our focus on providing world-class accommodations in premier destinations, combined with a data-driven and tech-enabled operational strategy, has allowed Heirloom to carve out a distinctive position within the luxury short-term rental and property management space.
Responsibilities
- Handling scheduled preventative maintenance and basic repairs, including but not limited to:
- Essential home repairs: repairing/replacing garbage disposals, unclogging drains, replacing toilets, replacing ceiling fans, etc.
- Troubleshooting equipment repairs (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and determining if a third-party technician is necessary.
- Hanging & mounting: art, mirrors, decor, light fixtures, hooks, floating shelves, etc.
- Basic landscaping and groundskeeping: weed whacking, mowing, weeding, etc.
- Basic carpentry repairs: repairing/replacing broken support rails in beds and couches, replacing balcony banisters.
- Drywall repair (patching and painting).
- Assisting with conducting routine inspections of premises, equipment, and systems.
- Diagnosing mechanical, plumbing, and electrical issues and correcting them or coordinating with the Property Manager to schedule repairs, as necessary.
- Assisting in overseeing technicians when professional repairs are necessary.
- Reporting any needed repairs, low stock items, and facilities maintenance needs in a timely fashion.
- Assisting with new property installations on an as-needed basis.
- Stocking and maintaining the company tool kit.
- Assuming emergency on-call duty, when assigned.
- Special projects, as assigned.
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver’s license, an upstanding driving record, and access to your own dependable truck and/or van (monthly mileage reimbursement provided based on IRS guidelines).
- Must live in close or commutable proximity to Bay St. Louis (within 30 minutes).
- Prior in-house maintenance experience (2+ years).
- Highly proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
- Prior experience with:
- Hanging and mounting art, mirrors, decor, window treatments, and light fixtures.
- Drywall repairs and painting.
- Basic carpentry: repairing a broken bed support beam, building a basic floating shelf, repairing a screen door.
- Basic plumbing: repairing and replacing a toilet and garbage disposal, unclogging a drain, and knowing when to call a professional.
- Replacing and hanging electrical fixtures: pendants, sconces, ceiling fans, etc.
- Able to comfortably lift 50 lbs and climb a ladder.
- Any kind of construction background or trade certification is a plus but not required.
Benefits
- PTO
- Health insurance
- 401k
Schedule & Pay
The Maintenance Technician is a part-time hourly role based in Bay St. Louis, MS. The work schedule is variable and based on the guest schedule; some weekend and evening availability may be required.