Maintenance Technician

EPT SPE LLC; Belcarra; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing discount 20%

Job summary

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems across properties, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliances. You will repair interior and exterior features and prepare units for new residents, ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires on-site availability five days a week, occasional on-call coverage, and careful documentation of work orders.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• 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, property management software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Proven organizational and time management skills.

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, building codes and report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
• Maintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, materials necessary for daily operations and assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
• Complete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Time management

Reading & writing English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Property management software

Personal smart device

Job description

City Bellevue State Washington Job Location PNW 573 Belcarra Position Type Regular 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. This position reports to the Community Manager, General Operations Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• 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, building codes and report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
• Maintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, materials necessary for daily operations and assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
• Complete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• 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, property management software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Proven organizational and time management skills.

WHAT THE JOB REQUIRES:

Operates in a fast-paced work setting both indoor and outdoor. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations. Involves frequent interaction with clients or customers. Requires effective communication skills and a professional demeanor. Work environment may include client offices, meeting rooms, or other external locations. This role requires a five-day onsite workweek that likely includes weekend coverage. This position must be available to be “on-call” when requested and promptly respond to work order requests during assigned periods, except during meal periods and rest breaks during which time employee is relieved of all duties. 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.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Communicates basic technical or factual information with colleagues and/or immediate Managers who are familiar with job area. Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and defined procedures. Requires limited ingenuity and evaluation to perform varied and semi complex tasks. Moderate - decisions generally affect own job and results of own job area. #LI-Onsite mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory".

All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.

With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority!

Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.

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.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $30.50 per hour. New hires generally start between $22.00 - $26.44 per hour. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

Come build a career with us!

Essex Property Trust is an S&P 500 company and a proven leader in West Coast apartments. We are committed to the vibrant communities in which we operate, and we continually push to innovate, improve, and add value to the lives of our residents, associates, and shareholders.

At Essex, we believe a company focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is the key driver of innovation and collaboration.

We offer competitive benefits, opportunities to grow your career, and a positive workplace environment in which every employee is empowered to provide a meaningful contribution to our Company’s mission.

All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more.

With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority!

Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.