Apartment Maintenance Technician

adaraliving; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Strong bonus structure

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance

Generous PTO

Rental housing discounts

Job summary

Adara Communities is seeking an experienced Apartment Maintenance Technician in Houston, Texas. This role involves leading maintenance staff, overseeing service requests, and coordinating maintenance schedules. We seek candidates with at least 2 years of related experience and a valid HVAC certification.

Adara offers competitive pay ranging from $25 to $28 per hour, strong bonuses, and a supportive workplace culture. If you're passionate about maintaining community standards and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in multifamily housing.
• Valid HVAC Certification is required.
• Candidates must live within a 20-mile radius or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train maintenance staff in daily operations.
• Complete service requests ensuring timely results.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and assist with make-readies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Time-management

Coaching and training

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Valid HVAC Certification

Drivers License

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Apartment Maintenance Technician

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 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: $25-$28/hour

If you're an experienced and skilled maintenance technician looking for a community and company that values your expertise, we'd love to hear from you.