Apartment Maintenance Tech

Widmyer Facilities; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Widmyer Facilities seeks a dependable Apartment Maintenance Technician to service two small apartment communities in Pendleton, OR. The role emphasizes hands-on repairs and responsive resident service, with duties spanning plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot efficiently, prepare units for new residents, perform preventative maintenance, and support seasonal tasks while coordinating with property management.

Qualifications

• Experience in apartment or residential maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and appliance repair.
• Basic HVAC troubleshooting knowledge a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work orders, and manage time.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident maintenance requests accurately and promptly.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, drywall, and painting issues.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents and perform make-ready tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine property inspections.
• Identify safety concerns and communicate larger repairs to management.
• Maintain common areas, exteriors, and grounds.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance including snow/ice removal.
• Travel between properties as needed and participate in on-call rotation.
• Communicate professionally with residents, vendors, and staff.

Skills

General maintenance

Troubleshooting

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC/EPA certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Apartment Maintenance Technician

Location: Pendleton, OR
Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a dependable, skilled Apartment Maintenance Technician to support two small apartment communities in Pendleton, OR. This position is ideal for someone who is hands‑on, takes pride in their work, and can troubleshoot and complete a variety of apartment and property maintenance repairs.

The Maintenance Technician will work closely with property management to keep apartments, common areas, and grounds safe, functional, and well maintained while providing responsive, professional service to residents.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident maintenance requests accurately and in a timely manner.

• Diagnose and perform general repairs involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, drywall, painting, and other building systems.

• Prepare vacant apartments for new residents, including repairs, painting, fixture replacement, and general make‑ready work.

• Perform preventative maintenance and routine property inspections.

• Identify maintenance and safety concerns and communicate larger repair needs to management.

• Maintain common areas, building exteriors, and property grounds as needed.

• Assist with seasonal maintenance, including snow and ice removal.

• Maintain company tools, equipment, maintenance areas, and supplies in a clean and organized condition.

• Travel between company properties in the Akron area as needed.

• Participate in an after‑hours/on‑call rotation for emergency maintenance requests.

• Communicate professionally and courteously with residents, vendors, coworkers, and property management.

Qualifications

• Previous apartment, residential, property, or facilities maintenance experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of general plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, appliance repair, and basic HVAC troubleshooting.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize work orders, and manage time effectively.

• Good communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

• Ability to pass a background check.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including bending, climbing ladders, carrying materials, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• HVAC/EPA certification is a plus.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is reliable, responsive, and takes ownership of their work. The right candidate understands that apartment maintenance is about more than making repairs‑it is also about providing residents with a safe, comfortable home and maintaining properties to a high standard.

Competitive compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.