Apartment Maintenance Technician — Safety‑Focused & On‑Call

Fairsteadescllc; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

PTO

Sick days

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Fairstead, a purpose-driven real estate firm, is hiring a Maintenance Technician to maintain the day-to-day operations and protect the property's physical assets. You will inspect buildings and equipment, perform preventative maintenance, check electrical wiring, and ensure safety systems meet regulatory standards across assigned properties.

This role supports resident safety and comfort by promptly addressing repairs, managing supplies, and participating in on-call rotations, with attention to

Qualifications

• Mechanical skills to handle minor repairs and fixtures.
• Knowledge of electricity to diagnose electrical problems and carry out minor repairs.
• General maintenance skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills for effective delivery of information.
• Prior experience as a Service Technician or in a similar role.
• HVAC, CMRP, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift to 70 pounds without assistance.
• Dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and equipment regularly for needed repairs and improvements.
• Perform necessary preventative maintenance and repairs on the property as needed.
• Implement maintenance policies and standards to prevent misuse of property appliances.
• Ensure that properties are safe and avoid any danger to their occupants, visitors, and workers.
• Clean and prepare vacated buildings and rooms for new occupants to move in.
• Check electrical wiring for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Check safety systems and devices for operational effectiveness monthly.
• Participate in the on-call rotation. Respond promptly to emergency maintenance problems that may require attention outside of normal working hours.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical diagnosis

General maintenance

Communication skills

Service technician experience

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Fairstead, a purpose-driven real estate firm, is hiring a Maintenance Technician to maintain the day-to-day operations and protect the property's physical assets. You will inspect buildings and equipment, perform preventative maintenance, check electrical wiring, and ensure safety systems meet regulatory standards across assigned properties.

This role supports resident safety and comfort by promptly addressing repairs, managing supplies, and participating in on-call rotations, with attention to