Maintenance Technician - The Falls at Forsyth

About Us

At Equity Residential, we're dedicated to creating thriving communities, embracing values like Diversity, Sustainability, and Total Wellbeing. We foster a workplace culture of authenticity and collaboration through our core principles:

• Question Authority
• Walk the Talk
• Share Knowledge
• Listen, Not Just Hear
• See the Glass Half Full
• Take Educated Risks
• Enjoy the Ride
• Share the Spotlight
• Do the Right Thing
• Test Your Limits

Total Wellbeing Benefits

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision care
• Social Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, Competitive Compensation
• Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours
• Career Wellbeing: Leadership Development

Responsibilities

• Promptly address resident service requests
• Perform hands-on maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, and more
• Prepare market-ready apartments and maintain community grounds
• Conduct regular community inspections to identify necessary repairs or replacements
• Perform preventative maintenance

Requirements

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC equipment (if applicable), and perform interior repairs and painting
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of federal and state apartment housing laws
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation if operating a motorized vehicle (e.g., car, golf cart) during work
• Computer literacy and effective communication skills; must be able to communicate orally and in writing in English for work-related purposes
• Ability to work any assigned shift, including weekends, and respond to emergencies after hours when on-call
• Ability to perform physical activities including prolonged standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and carrying materials up to 50 lbs
• Must use a personal smartphone with updated software, password protection, and compliance with in-house security systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade school certification/diploma
• EPA Section 608 Type I, Type II, or Universal certification
• Residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail experience

Pay

Salary: $22.95 - $28.05/hour. Starting pay determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives.