Maintenance Assistant

Elliron Residential; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly commissions

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k)

Training program

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Elliron Residential in Houston is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support technicians and to keep the community safe, clean, and well-maintained. You will gain hands-on experience across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance while helping make-ready vacant apartments.

This entry-level role offers room to grow into a Maintenance Technician, with on-site teamwork, safety-focused tasks, and opportunities for advancement within Elliron Residential.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to read schematics.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, and painting.
• Willingness to wear safety gear and follow EPA/OSHA guidelines.
• Full-time availability, 35+ hours weekly, including weekends.
• Experience with residential maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and report hazards.
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs.
• Help keep property clean and safe; assist with make-ready processes.
• Read schematics and manuals to diagnose issues.
• Maintain maintenance records using CMMS.
• Assist on grounds projects and coordinate with contractors.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Plumbing

Electrical troubleshooting

Painting

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety awareness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

CMMS

Job description

At Elliron Residential, we are building more than communities. We are building trust, partnership, and long-term value.

Our vision is simple: where excellence feels personal. Our mission is to be the multifamily property management firm owners are proud to partner with and that top industry talent strives to join. We raise the bar for uncompromising integrity, operational excellence, and team empowerment.

Those aren't just words on a wall. They're the standards we live every day. If that's how you work too, we want to meet you.

The Role

The Maintenance Assistant supports the Maintenance Technician and Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the physical integrity of the community, assisting with service requests and routine repairs to help ensure a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. You'll gain hands-on experience across multiple trades while helping keep the property clean, functional, and well-maintained.

This is a great entry point for someone eager to build a career in property maintenance, with room to grow into a Maintenance Technician role.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Preventive Maintenance & Safety

• Support routine preventive maintenance on property equipment as directed by the Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, and Community Manager
• Help monitor the condition of the property and report unsafe conditions promptly (e.g., broken gates, damaged steps, open holes, burned-out exterior lights)
• Maintain tools in good working condition and keep storage areas locked when not in use
• Follow proper procedures for storage and handling of maintenance materials in accordance with EPA/OSHA guidelines

General Maintenance

• Assist with routine maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general mechanical repairs
• Support cleaning, painting, and general upkeep to maintain high standards of safety and appearance throughout the community
• Read schematics and technical manuals to help diagnose issues and support accurate repairs
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Assist make-ready staff as needed to help vacant apartments reach market-ready status
• Help remove and transfer appliances and equipment between storage areas and apartments as needed
• Track inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and report shortages

Grounds & General Support

• Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter; rake, sweep, and shovel as circumstances warrant
• Support the Maintenance Technician or Supervisor on larger projects or when contractors are on-site for repairs or upgrades
• Assist with safety inspections to help ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager
• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to interpret basic schematics and technical diagrams
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, and painting
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, ohmmeters, and other maintenance equipment safely
• Willingness to wear required safety gear (back support belt, goggles, masks, and gloves as tasks dictate)
• Full-time availability, minimum 35 hours/week, including weekends as circumstances warrant

Skills That Set You Apart

• Familiarity with facilities maintenance practices in a residential property setting
• Excellent communication skills for clear documentation and teamwork
• Customer service mindset with the ability to work effectively with residents, staff, and contractors
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational and time management skills
• Prior supervising or team leadership experience is a plus
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

What You'll Get

• Monthly commissions for all active on-site employees
• Partially sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary pet, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Leadership and skills training
• Support for a positive work/life balance
• Paid holidays and PTO, with accrual that increases with tenure
• Holiday savings program
• A real path upward, we promote from within

Elliron Residential is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and celebrating the people who make it great.