About the Role
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks including work orders, unit turns, maintaining the grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties to assist preserving the asset and to provide a quality living environment for the residents.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliances.
- Repair and maintain interior and exterior features of the property, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures.
- Respond to maintenance requests from residents, ensuring timely and efficient resolution of issues.
- Prepare vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn items.
- Ensure that all units meet the community’s standards for cleanliness and functionality before new residents move in.
- Conduct regular inspections of the property, including common areas, equipment, and building systems, to identify maintenance needs.
- Implement and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce the likelihood of equipment failure or costly repairs.
- Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, such as plumbing leaks, electrical outages, or HVAC failures.
- Be available for on-call duty as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
- Maintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, and materials necessary for daily operations.
- Assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
- Complete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Maintain SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Proficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands-on experience.
- Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards (i.e., asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing.
- Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication.
- General understanding of the Microsoft Suite and property management software.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Proven organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
- Requires effective communication skills and a professional demeanor.
- Requires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds).
- Involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities.
- May require the ability to operate heavy machinery or perform physically demanding tasks regularly.
- Occasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.
Skills
- HVAC
- CPO license
- Electrical repair
- Plumbing repair
- Appliance repair
- Microsoft Suite
- Property management software
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Communication skills
Location
- San Jose, California
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
- Regular
Experience Level
- 2+ years of experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $23.50 - $28.37 per hour
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid parental leave
- 401k employer match
- Excellence rewards
- Wellness programs
- 12 paid holidays
- 15 PTO days
- Housing discount of 20%
About the Company
- Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest.
- We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams.
- Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.
Equal Opportunity
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