Maintenance Technician - Paradise Point, Blue Water & Wet Net

About the Role

Join our team as a Maintenance Technician supporting three affordable housing communities in the Florida Keys: Paradise Point in Key Largo (42-unit senior housing with LIHTC and Project-Based Voucher units), Blue Water in Tavernier, and Wet Net in Islamorada (each 36-unit LIHTC communities). This is a hands-on opportunity to maintain safe, clean, functional, and welcoming communities for residents.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs across the communities, including basic plumbing, electrical, appliance, and general building repairs.
• Respond promptly to resident service requests and maintenance emergencies, communicating updates and escalating issues when additional support is needed.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents by completing make-ready repairs, cleaning, inspections, and other turnover tasks.
• Conduct daily property walks and routine inspections of apartments, buildings, common areas, grounds, and pool areas to identify maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and curb appeal needs.
• Maintain the overall appearance of the properties, including cleaning common areas, removing trash, picking up debris, maintaining grounds, and completing seasonal cleanup and weather preparation.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed and maintain adequate inventory of tools, equipment, cleaning supplies, and maintenance materials.
• Properly use, maintain, and store tools, equipment, supplies, and vehicles while following company policies, OSHA requirements, and safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and team members while communicating property concerns, potential liabilities, and maintenance needs to the Property Manager or Area Maintenance Supervisor.
• Participate in team meetings, training, safety activities, and an on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in property management maintenance, building maintenance, or a related trade.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, appliance, and general building repairs.
• HVAC EPA Type II or Universal certification preferred.
• CPO certification preferred; if hired without CPO certification, it must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to work professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• General computer skills and the ability to use mobile devices and property management systems.
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and a motor vehicle record that meets company insurance requirements.
• Ability to travel between Key Largo, Tavernier, and Islamorada as needed.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to perform hands-on maintenance, cleaning, and groundskeeping duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $15–$19, based on experience and qualifications.
• Discretionary annual bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with a 6% company match.
• 18 days of PTO and 11.5 paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Lifestyle spending accounts to support personal priorities.