Apartment Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Us?

Join a stable, growing team where your skills are valued and rewarded. We are seeking a dependable, skilled, and service-oriented Maintenance Technician to join our team at a 250+ unit multifamily apartment community in Louisville, Kentucky. The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a commitment to providing excellent service to our residents.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for completing resident service requests, assisting with apartment make-readies, maintaining the community and its amenities, and supporting the Maintenance Supervisor with preventive maintenance and property improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete resident maintenance requests accurately and within established timeframes.
• Diagnose and repair basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, carpentry, and general maintenance issues.
• Assist with HVAC troubleshooting, repairs, and routine preventive maintenance.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents, including completing make-ready repairs and inspections.
• Repair or replace appliances, plumbing fixtures, electrical components, doors, locks, blinds, hardware, and other apartment components as needed.
• Perform drywall repairs, painting, caulking, minor carpentry, and other general repairs.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance throughout the community.
• Maintain common areas, amenities, building systems, grounds, maintenance shop, and equipment.
• Respond professionally and courteously to residents, vendors, coworkers, and management.
• Properly document and close out work orders with accurate notes regarding work performed.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Assist with snow and ice removal and other seasonal property needs.
• Participate in the on-call emergency maintenance rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance calls in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform additional maintenance-related duties and property projects as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

Qualifications

• Previous apartment, multifamily, hotel, commercial, or residential maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• HVAC/EPA certification preferred; may be required based on assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize service requests in a fast-paced 250+ unit community.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, resident-focused attitude.
• Dependable attendance and ability to report to scheduled shifts and on-call assignments.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with the onsite team.

Schedule:

• Full-time schedule with occasional weekend or on-call duties as needed (seasonal)

Compensation & Benefits:

• $23-25/hour (based on experience)
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• PTO + Paid Holidays
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• On-site housing package (if applicable)

Apply today to join a team that values your skills and offers real growth opportunities!