Maintenance Technician

Duties & Responsibilities

• Affords assistance in completing work in “make-ready” apartments, which includes painting, drywall repair, carpet cleaning, floor cleaning, window cleaning, and general maintenance repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance and conducts regular community inspections as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintains grounds, ensuring common areas are free from trash and debris.
• Assists in maintaining all mechanical equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Proposes the repair or replacement of any interior and exterior areas as needed.
• Complies with Fair Housing laws and standards.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, with trade and/or technical school training a plus.
• Minimum 1+ years of hands-on experience in painting, cleaning, plumbing, carpentry, or similar maintenance-related fields.
• A Fire Safety Manager Certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain one upon hire.
• Computer proficiency to generate work orders using a property management software system.
• Ability to lift and work with heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• EPA, CPO, HVAC, and CFC certifications are a plus.
• The ability to work evenings and weekends may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage range of $18-22 per hour.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• A 20% housing discount at BLT Properties.

Pay & Schedule

Compensation package includes a competitive hourly wage of $18-22 per hour, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a 20% housing discount at BLT Properties. The schedule is a day shift from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Qualifications

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, minimum 1+ years of hands-on experience in maintenance-related fields, and computer skills to manage work orders. A Fire Safety Manager Certification is preferred, and evening and weekend work may be required.

Skills

Skills required include familiarity with Fair Housing laws, ability to lift and work with heavy equipment, and knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• A 20% housing discount at BLT Properties.