Facilities Maintenance Tech (Day Shift) – Hands-On Building Repairs

FirstService Residential; Surfside (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Surfside, FL, is seeking a Maintenance Staff Member to keep building systems and common areas clean, safe and well‑maintained.

You will perform routine inspections, minor repairs across carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC, handle work orders, and follow safety procedures. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Full‑time role with benefits and occasional travel for training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• 2 years general experience in building trades, repair and maintenance or handy work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Routinely walks floors and reports issues to supervisors.
• Ensure safety precautions are followed while performing work.
• Maintain positive relationships with building staff.
• Paint common areas and touch-ups when required; inspect areas needing paint and inform manager.
• Complete daily work orders as scheduled.
• Maintain assigned equipment in good condition.
• Perform casual labor including lifting heavy items as directed; follow safety procedures.
• Perform minor maintenance across carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, painting, flooring and other building repairs.
• Follow safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Use new equipment properly and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multilingual

Education

High school diploma

Job description

FirstService Residential in Surfside, FL, is seeking a Maintenance Staff Member to keep building systems and common areas clean, safe and well‑maintained.

You will perform routine inspections, minor repairs across carpentry, electrical, plumbing and HVAC, handle work orders, and follow safety procedures. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Full‑time role with benefits and occasional travel for training.