Hands-On Maintenance Leader for Property & Team

CWS Apartment Homes; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% apartment rental discount

20% rental discount for others

Medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

CWS Apartment Homes is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Director to lead a hands-on maintenance team across our Austin communities. You will prepare make-ready apartments, manage service requests, and ensure resident satisfaction through strong customer service and teamwork.

The role requires EPA HVAC I & II, CPO certifications and 1–2 years of apartment maintenance experience, with a valid driver’s license and tools. Yardi experience is preferred; weekend/after-hours availability may be needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• EPA, HVAC I & II, CPO and local certifications required.
• 1-2 years of full-time apartment maintenance or related trade experience.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.
• Own a basic set of hand tools.
• Ability to read service requests and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading maintenance team.
• Prepare make-ready apartments.
• Complete service requests.
• Maintain inventory and shop organization.
• Perform common area maintenance.
• Participate in preventative maintenance program.
• Participate in resident satisfaction programs.
• Communicate with residents, investors, vendors, leadership, and CWS team members.
• Participate in CWS Risk Management and Safety Programs.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Reading work orders

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

EPA HVAC I & II, CPO certifications

Tools

Yardi software

Hand tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

CWS Apartment Homes is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Director to lead a hands-on maintenance team across our Austin communities. You will prepare make-ready apartments, manage service requests, and ensure resident satisfaction through strong customer service and teamwork.

The role requires EPA HVAC I & II, CPO certifications and 1–2 years of apartment maintenance experience, with a valid driver’s license and tools. Yardi experience is preferred; weekend/after-hours availability may be needed.