Maintenance Technician

Hillpointe; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillpointe is seeking a Maintenance Technician to uphold safety, cleanliness, and functionality of our properties. The role covers repairs, preventive maintenance, and inventory management across on-site buildings and common areas.

EPA refrigerant certification or willingness to obtain is required, along with a valid driver's license to operate a golf cart. You must be available full-time with rotating on-call shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues in buildings and common areas.
• Repair and preventive maintenance per safety standards and codes.
• Complete pre-move-out inspections and maintain documentation.
• Manage inventory, schedule vendors/contractors, track supplies.
• Follow safety protocols; participate in safety meetings.
• Communicate effectively with management, residents, and vendors.
• EPA Type I/II or Universal refrigerant certifications or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license to operate golf cart on the property.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders for resident requests and preventive maintenance.
• Conduct inspections to ensure quality and address property needs.
• Prepare vacant apartments for new tenants.
• Manage inventory and order supplies.
• Assist in grounds upkeep.
• Support cost-cutting efforts.
• Participate in safety protocols.
• Rotating on-call schedule including weekends, evenings, mornings.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Inventory control

Vendor coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Specialized equipment

Job description

WHY HILLPOINTE?

Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class execution.

Built on its long and proven track record of real estate development, the firm’s investment approach is centered around its in-house general contracting expertise, enabling direct control of cost and delivery timeframe. For each project, Hillpointe directly controls land acquisition, land development, construction, procurement of building materials, asset management, and capital markets. This is more than just a job - it's a career-defining opportunity! At Hillpointe, you'll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that has tangible impacts on day-to-day operations and contributes directly to overall success.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

The Maintenance Technician performs technical and mechanical tasks to ensure that the property's buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas meet cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Completing work orders for resident requests and preventive maintenance.
• Conducting inspections to ensure quality and address property needs.
• Preparing vacant apartments for new tenants.
• Managing inventory and ordering supplies.
• Assisting in grounds upkeep.
• Supporting cost-cutting efforts.
• Participating in safety protocols.
• This position will participate in a rotating on-call schedule, requiring weekend, evening, and morning availability.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• The ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues within buildings andcommon areas
• This includes troubleshooting problems, making repairs in compliance with safety standards and codes, and performing preventive maintenance to ensure functionality.
• Thoroughness in completing tasks such as pre-move-out inspections, maintenance work orders, and documentation
• Managing inventory, scheduling vendors and contractors, obtaining supplies, and keeping track of materials used
• Adhering to safety protocols and regulations, participation in safety meetings, and prompt reporting of accidents or incidents
• Effective communication with management, residents, vendors, and contractors is necessary for coordinating work, addressing concerns, and ensuring that property needs are met efficiently.
• Must have or be willing to obtain EPA certifications Type I and II or Universal for refrigerant recycling
• Must have valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on the property
• High School diploma/GED and related experience and/or training

PHYCIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift, push, pulland carry up to 50lbsregularly and occasionally heavier loads.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and equipment.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, outdoors).
• Good vision and hearing for safety and equipment operation.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work full-time, including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts as needed.
• Comfortable working in noisy, dusty, or confined spaces.
• Ability to operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and ability to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.