Apartment Punch Tech

LMS Investment Management; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Allier Heartwood in Covington, GA, seeks a Maintenance Technician to keep homes, amenities, and grounds in top condition. You will handle repairs, inspections, and coordinated make-ready tasks, ensuring a safe, attractive living environment for residents.

The role emphasizes reliability, problem solving, and strong customer service in a fast-paced multifamily setting with hands-on daily maintenance duties.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation to job sites.
• Provide proof of liability insurance.
• Bondable and hold a valid driver's license.
• Physically capable for heavy lifting and varied weather.
• Able to operate hand tools and perform routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain property condition and appearance per standards.
• Diagnose and perform routine maintenance/repair work.
• Coordinate with managers and vendors for make-ready tasks.
• Complete preventive maintenance and keep records updated.
• Be on-call 24 hours for emergencies.

Skills

Reliable vehicle

Proof of liability insurance

Bondable / Valid Driver’s License

Physical fitness

Heavy lifting (100 lbs)

Hand tools operation

Mobility & agility

Work in extreme temperatures

Job description

Join Our Team at Allier Heartwood!

LMS Communities is seeking an experienced Punch Technician to join our team at Fairview Springs, our apartment community in Covington, Georgia. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated maintenance professional to play a key role in providing exceptional service to our residents by maintaining a clean, safe, and well-maintained community. If you take pride in your work, enjoy solving problems, and are committed to delivering outstanding customer service, we'd love to have you on our team.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a key role in creating an exceptional resident experience by ensuring our homes, amenities, and grounds are maintained to the highest standards. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and is committed to delivering outstanding customer service. If you're a dependable, team-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys making a positive impact every day, we'd love to hear from you. Allier Heartwood features beautifully designed homes with smart hometechnology, attached garages, premium finishes, resort-style amenities, and maintenance-free living, making this an exciting community to help maintain and grow.

Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the property. Organize, coordinate, supervise and manage the overall maintenance programs including exterior property appearance, timely service request completion, quality and make-ready program, and cost-effective inventory control of the property. Required to be “on call” 24 hours.


• Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair in a timely and professional manner.


• Promote good public relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff. Always display a friendly and courteous attitude towards prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees through the LIVE IT culture.


• Pre-inspect notice to vacate apartments and complete make-ready checklist and scheduling of make ready contractors. Inform Community Manager of needed services and repairs.


• Complete special projects as may be assigned and prioritized by the Community Manager and Regional Manager.


• Inspect exterior of the property. Perform building and common area upkeep on a daily basis in accordance with company standards. Ensure vacant unit thermostats are set at the proper setting for a vacant unit.


• Complete or oversee the completion of preventative maintenance according to the guidelines set forth in the Maintenance Operations Manual. Maintain accurate records and provide resident training as required.


• Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory, utilizing inventory system. Maintain shop appearance to standards to facilitate quick assessment of supply inventory.


• Maintain proper equipment, and equipment inventory to ensure warranty compliance. Review site budget for guidance. Approval may be required in certain circumstances. Obtain bids and negotiate prices, as necessary, with vendors and contractors. Coordinate delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors and Community Manager.


• Perform effective emergency maintenance (after hours) as required and in accordance with the Maintenance Operations Manual. Coordinate maintenance objectives with the Community Manager daily. Perform, and report on, all work according to the safety standards of the company, OSHA, health codes and Maintenance Operations Manual.


• Perform work area clean-up on a weekly basis. Oversee all outside contractors and vendors who perform work on property and ensure work completed to contract and to expectations.


• Ensure that all required inspections and permits are completed in timely manner including, but not limited to: fire, backflow, elevator and pool. Ensure all required documentation is completed and current.

Experience, Skills & Requirements:

• Must have reliable vehicle to transport tools and equipment to job sites.


• Must provide proofof liability insurance for same.


• Bondable and Valid Driver’s License


• Extensive mobility and good physical condition.


• The ability to lift 100 lbs. for the installation and removal of appliances.


• The ability to operate all required hand tools to make repairs.


• The ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, bend, stoop, push, pull, twist, climb stairs, climb ladders, grasp, squeeze, and reach including overhead items in need of repairs.


• The ability to drive to and from job sites.


• Tolerance to all extremes of hot and cold weather, as may be necessary.

About the Organization:

LMS is a vertically-integrated, multifamily real estate firm offering acquisition, development, construction, and property management.

We have more than 20 years experience navigating the Southeast market. We currently have more than $150 million in construction and development projects and more than $1.5 billion in assets managed.

Our mission is to Create Community and Create Value. We do this by leveraging innovation and integrity; providing investors with the most value out of the deal, a smooth and transparent working relationship, and meaningful impact on people and communities along the way.