Maintenance Technician - Uptown Square

About the Company

DevCo Residential is a privately held, owner‑operated professional property management company that specializes in managing multifamily and mixed‑use properties throughout the West Coast to Midwest. Our mission is to provide outstanding housing while balancing short‑term return on investment with long‑term housing preservation and value. We foster healthy communication, productive teamwork, integrity, and professionalism, creating an innovative, inclusive work environment. We empower employees to lead with kindness and compassion, offering competitive pay, robust benefits, professional training and development, growth opportunities, and a positive work culture.

Pay

$22.00‑$23.50 hourly with bonus potential.

Schedule

Tuesday‑Saturday, 8 am – 5 pm.

Benefits

• 100% company‑paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee coverage.
• Healthcare and dependent‑care flexible spending accounts.
• Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, and long‑term disability for employee coverage.
• Best‑in‑class voluntary insurance benefits.
• Pre‑tax and Roth 401(k) with company match equal to 100% of the first 4% contributed.
• Discretionary bonus programs.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) with 24/7 counseling services.
• Company‑sponsored industry training and certifications.
• Three weeks of paid time off each year.
• Up to 12 paid holidays each year.

About the Position

The Maintenance Technician maintains the physical condition and general upkeep of the community in accordance with company operating and safety standards. This includes completing work orders promptly, preparing make‑ready apartments, maintaining grounds and amenities, performing safety checks, responding to after‑hours emergencies, and providing excellent customer service to residents, prospects, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical condition and general upkeep of the community following company operating and safety standards.
• Thoroughly complete work orders within the expected timeframe according to company policy and standards.
• Prepare make‑ready apartment homes (painting, flooring, cleaning, rekeying, general repairs) per unit turn policies.
• Adjust heating and secure doors/windows in vacant apartments; clean and trash out vacated units, documenting abandoned belongings per policy.
• Maintain community grounds, pool, spa, common areas, trash compactor, pet stations, controlled‑access buildings, and amenities to keep them clean, operational, and safe.
• Perform regular lighting checks and repairs.
• Maintain safety records using company software; complete service requests, pool safety logs, and other documentation promptly.
• Test and maintain community pumps, boilers, fire control systems, backup generators, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors as directed.
• Assist in regular inspections, including pre‑move‑out, move‑out, and preventative maintenance inspections.
• Respond promptly and professionally to after‑hours emergency calls as assigned.
• Keep workshops and utility rooms clean, orderly, and safe.
• Adhere to all company safety and OSHA requirements.
• Perform supplemental landscape maintenance (pressure washing, irrigation repairs, lawn watering) to keep common areas properly maintained.
• Remove snow and ice during inclement weather as directed.
• Maintain appropriate supply quantities and notify supervisor when low.
• Secure and maintain all company equipment entrusted to you, including golf carts and work vehicles.
• Follow O&M manual requirements, including lock‑out/tag‑out, mold, moisture control, and cleanup procedures.
• Perform maintenance projects with minimal supervision, consistent with company policy and supervisor direction.
• Inform supervisors of any observed or potentially hazardous situations for residents, team members, and guests.
• Uphold proper security practices, including key control procedures.
• Participate in resident events, community programming, and local/non‑profit programs as assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service to all residents, prospects, and guests.
• Complete assigned tasks by deadlines and communicate obstacles to your supervisor in advance.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with peers, other team members, and departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of maintenance‑related experience, preferably as a Maintenance Technician.
• Competent and efficient in electrical, plumbing, pool maintenance, appliance repair, carpentry, and painting.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service in a friendly, professional manner.
• Familiarity with technology, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and iPads/tablets.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to perform duties.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screen required.
• Legally qualified to work in the U.S. meeting I‑9 guidelines.