Apartment Service Technician 1

Weidner Apartment Homes; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discount

Paid time off

Sick time accrual

Job summary

Weidner Apartment Homes in Colorado Springs is seeking a Service Technician 1 to prepare vacant apartments and provide timely maintenance for residents. You will perform painting, drywall repairs, plumbing, electrical work, and preventive maintenance across occupied and vacant units.

You must be able to lift up to 80 pounds, work outdoors in all weather, and drive between properties. The role includes on-call shifts and benefits like health, dental, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ years maintenance experience required.
• Painting and drywall repairs experience preferred.
• Solid mechanical aptitude required.
• Able to lift up to 80 pounds and work on ladders.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• EPA certification desired; Yardi/Paycom experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant apartments for occupancy including painting, drywall repairs, and basic carpentry.
• Perform repairs on electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems and appliances.
• Conduct routine maintenance and preventive tasks.
• Perform daily grounds maintenance and pool maintenance as directed.
• Respond to resident service requests timely and with quality workmanship.
• Participate in on-call rotation and property improvements as scheduled.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Painting

Drywall repairs

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Outdoor work in all weather

On-call readiness

Microsoft Office

Yardi/payroll software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical & plumbing tools

Job description

Experience at EpicenterPosition Summary:As Service Technician 1, you are a multi-faceted maintenance professional responsible for preparing vacant apartments for occupancy and for providing quality service in a timely manner to our residents and the community. Each day, you will both work in vacant apartments and occupied apartments, performing tasks including painting, drywall repairs and executing maintenance repairs requested by the company. In addition, this role is responsible for conducting efficient daily maintenance tasks while increasing the asset value and integrity of your community. You are able to work independently in all aspects of your role and at a consistent, quality pace. A successful Service Technician 1 is able to manage their time effectively, is detail oriented, a trustworthy team player, and takes pride in their work. In addition, this position needs to be accountable and attentive to provide excellent customer service skills when interacting with residents, associates and vendors.Primary Responsibilities:Prepare all vacant apartments for occupancy including but not limited to: painting, drywall repair, trash out, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairsPerform basic system repairs on electrical, plumbing, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.Learn to distinguish when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed, as well as knowledge and ability to identify correct paint sheen and colorPerform repairs on plank, vinyl and carpet flooringPerform service requests for residents daily and timely with moderate supervision and assistancePerform system repairs on electrical, plumbing, boilers, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.Perform preventative maintenance as assignedClean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, maintain logs as required by city ordinances, when applicablePerform daily grounds maintenance, including trash removal, pet waste disposal, maintaining pet waste stations, sweeping walkways, and snow removal, where applicableParticipate in property improvements and preventive maintenance scheduled tasks, promptlyMust utilize Weidner issued cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily roleMust use personal vehicle to go between properties as assigned during work hoursMust take part in the on-call rotation, as scheduledBenefits & PerksAt Weidner Apartment Homes, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth. Eligible on-site employees enjoy:Health & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployer-paid Basic Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal, financial, and legal matters; up to three sessions at no costFinancial Benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with company match of up to 4% of your eligible incomeOpportunities to earn leasing commissions and/or semi-annual performance-based bonuses (position dependent) tied to community performanceTime Away from WorkVacation accrual, with no usage waiting period upon accrualSick time accrual, with accrued time usage eligibility after 60 days of employmentNine company-designated paid holidays annuallyHousing BenefitsEmployee apartment discount available at Weidner communities, subject to availability and community guidelinesJoin Weidner Apartment Homes and become part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your success.Qualifications:1 + years maintenance experience required1 + years of painting and drywall repairs preferredSolid mechanical aptitude requiredAble to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kilograms, climb ladders and climb multiple flights of stairs at a timeAble to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilogramsAble to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAble to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicableKnowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, swimming pool maintenance, appliances, building systems, irrigation systems, and HVAC systemsEPA certification desiredComplete tasks in a safe and efficient mannerAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basisAble to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and textExperienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programsFollow Weidner’s Mission, Vision and Values and comply with all Weidner policies and procedures as well as all Fair Housing, local, state/province, and federal lawsPrompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform & maintain professional appearance at all timesWork effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independentlyAbility to work overtime as requestedWilling and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as neededWorking knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organizedMust agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testingMust have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation, at all timesDriver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will workBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee discount* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceWork Location: In person