Apartment Assistant Maintenance Technician

Adara Communities; Florida; On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Strong bonus structure

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Generous PTO

Rental housing discounts

Supportive, people-first culture

Salary range: $21-$24/hour

Job summary

Adara Communities seeks an Apartment Maintenance Technician in Plant City, FL. You will lead maintenance staff, review and complete service requests, and coordinate make-readies and upgrades to keep units ready for residents.

A valid HVAC certification and a 2+ year multifamily maintenance background are required. You’ll participate in on-call rotations, manage inventory and tools, and partner with the Property Manager on various projects while upholding safety, cleanliness, and resident

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a maintenance technician in multifamily housing.
• HVAC certification is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and guide maintenance staff in daily operations.
• Complete and oversee service requests for timely, high-quality results.
• Coordinate make-readies, upgrades, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure work orders and unit turns are completed efficiently.
• Participate in on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Maintain inventory and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Support the Property Manager on maintenance projects.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness and resident satisfaction standards.

Skills

2+ years maintenance experience

HVAC certification

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Coaching and leadership

Strong organizational skills

Time-management

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Apartment Maintenance Technician

Location: Plant City, FL

Property Size: 352 Units

Learn more about our community at: Luxury Apartment Homes

Why Join Adara Communities?

At Adara Communities, we blend 40 years of industry experience with a forward-thinking approach to technology, customer service, and community living. Our success is driven by people - our residents, our investors, and especially our team members. When passionate individuals work together with shared commitment, anything is possible. Join us and be part of a company where your impact truly matters.

What You'll Do as an Apartment Maintenance Technician:

• Lead, train, and guide maintenance staff throughout daily operations
• Complete and oversee service requests to ensure timely, high-quality results
• Coordinate and assist with make-readies, upgrades, and maintenance schedules
• Ensure all work orders and unit turns are completed efficiently and accurately
• Participate in the on-call rotation as scheduled
• Maintain organized inventory and ensure proper use of tools/equipment
• Support the Property Manager with various maintenance projects and initiatives
• Uphold community standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction

What We're Looking for in the Apartment Maintenance Technician:

• Minimum 2 Years Previous Experience as a Maintenance Technician in multifamily housing REQUIRED
• Valid HVAC Certification REQUIRED
• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
• Stable work history
• A personal set of basic hand tools
• Proven ability to coach, train, and lead service technicians
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and time-management skills
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Important: Candidates must live within a 20-mile radius of the property or be willing to relocate.

Working Environment of the Apartment Maintenance Technician:

This role requires regular physical activity, including standing, walking, sitting, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and reaching. Team members must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. individually and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Most work occurs in an outdoor environment, with occasional off-site tasks as needed. All employees must adhere to the company's uniform policy, provided on the first day of employment.

All employees must comply with the company's uniform policy, provided on the first day of employment.

What Adara Offers You:

• Competitive pay
• Strong bonus structure
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO
• Rental housing discounts
• A supportive, people-first culture
• Salary Range: $21-$24/hour