Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician will be part of the Operations Department, taking direction from the Maintenance Supervisor and reporting directly to the Property Manager. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and cleanliness of apartment buildings assigned to them, which may consist of multiple locations and building types. The Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that their assigned apartment buildings are maintained to the highest standards of excellence, both set by our company and the industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative work each morning (30 minutes) as assigned by the PM or Support Center, including but not limited to prescribed online training, reviewing “My Pennrose” updates, reviewing messages from the executive team/ownership, scheduling vendors, ordering parts, participating in “Team Meetings”.
• Communication and compliance with PMs, MSs, RPMs, RMMs, and Property Support Center is mandatory.
• Supervisor will provide undisturbed computer time.
• Ensure all service requests and repairs are made correctly and promptly using the company’s mobile Maintenance app.
• Assist with turnkey operations as required, including scheduling, punching, painting, and cleaning within five business days of move-out.
• Maintain an effective preventative maintenance program.
• Prepare for Owner, Federal, State, and local inspections.
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and common areas for a safe, clean environment.
• Performance metrics: property inspection results consistently excellent; work orders and units consistently on time; preventive maintenance done professionally and on time; customer satisfaction surveys consistently perfect.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED; technical training certifications a plus.
• One year of property maintenance responsibilities or similar experience.
• Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and ability to travel between properties.
• Obtain company‑provided EPA certification within six months of employment (provided by Pennrose Management Company).

Pay

Pay range $24 - $25/hour depending on experience.

Schedule

• Ability to work periodic flexible hours required.
• Ability to travel by plane and automobile required.
• Ability to work at property locations within or near transitional neighborhoods.
• Ability to climb stairs, take elevators, bend, squat, reach overhead, and meet standard mobility and lifting for tasks typically associated with property maintenance.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
• On‑call, after‑hour emergency service required.
• Hands‑on repair and maintenance work constitutes the majority of time and duties.