Maintenance Apprentice: Hands-On Property Care & Repairs

Avanath Capital Management, LLC; Palm Coast (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Avanath Capital Management, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join our maintenance team. The role emphasizes professionalism, strong communication, and positive resident interactions while performing repairs, preventative tasks, and make-ready work to keep the property in top condition.

The successful candidate will handle scheduling, vendor coordination, safety compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of grounds or porter experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to safely operate property maintenance equipment (e.g., pressure washer, leaf blower, snowblower).
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Good interpersonal skills with polite and courteous demeanor toward staff, prospects, residents, vendors, and all visitors of the property.
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Customer Service and Maintenance
• Provides exceptional customer service with every interaction and delivers high-quality maintenance service.
• Complete assigned work orders generated from resident requests for service, as well as preventative maintenance on the property by diagnosing the source or cause of the defect or problem and making repairs in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
• Completes the “make-ready” process to prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move-ins by completing the pre-move-out inspection, creating a “punch” list of maintenance work needed, scheduling vendors and contractors as needed, obtaining needed supplies and materials, completing all maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work.
• Assists in maintaining the grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash and debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
• Supports cost-cutting and expense control programs by fixing rather than replacing parts when possible, not being wasteful with materials and supplies, and practicing the correct use of tools and equipment. Assists in conducting routine and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk management concerns, keep the property in good repair, and communicate concerns about the physical needs of the property to management.
• Follows procedures for accessing and obtaining materials, supplies, equipment, tools, and other items from the property’s maintenance department by tracking inventory used, returning unused items to the established location, and notifying the maintenance supervisor about re-ordering needs.
• Adherence to Property Management Rules, Regulations, and Guidelines
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Company, property, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards by immediately reporting any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/visitor/resident injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the appropriate individual(s).
• Complies with Avanath’s safety and risk-management policies by attending and participating in the property’s routine safety meetings, completing required training on OSHA and other safety-related laws and requirements, and reporting accidents and incidents promptly and accurately.
• Follows established policies and procedures by monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and operational processes related to area(s) of responsibility and reporting violations or infractions to appropriate individual(s).
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, and all other laws pertaining to the apartment industry.
• Physical Demands & Working Conditions
• The incumbent in this position is classified as essential staff and is expected to report to work and adhere to all safety and business protocols.
• May be required to report to work during inclement weather conditions.
• Frequent standing and walking.
• Reading, comprehending, writing, performing calculations, and communicating verbally.
• May work in an elevated site, may walk on uneven ground.
• Occasional squatting, bending neck/waist, twisting neck/waist, pushing, and pulling.
• Maybe required to travel to sister communities to provide maintenance support.

Skills

Grounds experience

Equipment operation

Minor maintenance

Time management

Independent/team work

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Fair Housing/OSHA knowledge

High school diploma

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pressure washer

Leaf blower

Snowblower

Job description

Avanath Capital Management, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join our maintenance team. The role emphasizes professionalism, strong communication, and positive resident interactions while performing repairs, preventative tasks, and make-ready work to keep the property in top condition.

The successful candidate will handle scheduling, vendor coordination, safety compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.