Maintenance Technician FT

Job Summary

The maintenance technician is responsible for completing general building maintenance repairs and performs unit make‑ready duties on empty units.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to work orders and projects, including electrical, plumbing, drywall replacement/repair, painting, lock replacement, tile repairs, blind and window treatment replacement, and HVAC furnace and A/C repairs.
• Complete all maintenance requests issued in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized records of appliance replacement, carpet, and paint work.
• Ensure vacant apartments are made ready per The Monroe Group standards—scheduling vendors, handling flooring, painting, cleaning, appliance replacement, and general repairs.
• Work within established budget limits.
• Maintain building inventory for cost‑effective operations.
• Schedule and complete preventive maintenance.
• Assist in monitoring work performed by outside contractors.
• Respond to 24‑hour emergency maintenance call‑outs; carry mobile phone/radio as required for on‑call duty.
• Perform grounds work, including trash pickup, curb sweeping, and dumpster area maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain all building systems.
• Assist with annual inspections by outside vendors for backflow pressure testing, elevators, fire panel, and fire extinguisher testing.
• Follow all company emergency procedures and ensure safety standards comply with company, local, city, state, and federal guidelines.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to work assigned hours as scheduled.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with hand tools and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Own and provide necessary tools related to assigned duties.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of building maintenance, including electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and plumbing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience as a maintenance technician with knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair.
• Experience in an affordable‑housing environment preferred.
• Technical training and relevant licenses preferred.

Equipment Used

Hand, power, and specialty tools.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The employee works in indoor and outdoor environments with frequent exposure to odors, waste, insects, pests, and occasional confined spaces. Noise levels vary and are generally moderate. The role requires regular use of hands for gripping, handling, and feeling, substantial wrist and finger motion, reaching, pulling, prolonged standing, and occasional short‑distance walking. The employee must be able to move, drag, or lift up to 50 lb regularly, have accurate color vision, and perform frequent arm stretching, upper‑body use, and occasional waist turning and twisting.

Pay

$20 per hour

This position description is not exhaustive; the incumbent may perform other duties as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.