Maintenance Technician

Franklin Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair buildings and grounds at our Charleston community. This on-site role covers HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and appliance work, with a focus on prompt resident service and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include routine unit upkeep, inventory control, and adherence to company policies. A High School diploma or GED and 1–3 years related experience are typical requirements; HVAC certs and Fair Housing certs are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent education/experience.
• HVAC certification preferred; CAMT recommended; Fair Housing Certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, appliance repairs, glass replacement.
• Respond promptly to resident work orders and notify management on completion or delays.
• Daily repair and upkeep of the community and vacant units pre-occupancy.
• Maintain tools, supplies, and inventory; ensure work area safety and cleanliness.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Plumbing

General maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–3 years related experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Technician

Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor/Community Manager

FLSA Status

Non –Exempt (Hourly)

Job Summary

Maintains efficient operation and upkeep of the property buildings and grounds. Diagnose problems and make repairs in areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, carpentry, drywall, exterior structural, and appliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance such as plumbing, electrical, heating and air conditioning repairs, carpentry, appliance repairs, glass replacement, etc.
• Respond promptly to resident work order requests and notify management upon completion of work order or of pending work due to back‑ordered supplies.
• Responsible for the daily repair and upkeep of the community.
• Perform routine maintenance punch on vacant units prior to new resident occupancy.
• Responsible for the care, maintenance and inventory of all supplies and equipment owned by the community and/or the company.
• Responsible for cleaning work area, tools and equipment.
• Responsible for the upkeep of all company provided tools.
• Responsible for reporting unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents.
• Responsible for maintaining the required property uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and behavior at all times.
• Responsible for courteous, efficient response at all times.
• Keep pools, fountains, hot tubs, and other amenity areas in clean and operable condition.
• Operate within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies at all times.
• Responsible for thorough knowledge of company policies.
• Responsible for seeking educational opportunities and self‑improvement for personal growth and development.
• Responsible to be available to work on an on‑call basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Driving Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive to daily activities.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED; or one to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equipment, Machinery, and Tools

Required to use gloves, eye protective glasses/goggles and other personal protective equipment as tasks dictate. Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools: various wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, posthole diggers, wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, shovel, and snow blower.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide by 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American currency as well as weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certification is preferred for this position. Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) is recommended. Fair Housing Certification is required within 14 days of hire.

Physical Demands

Required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear. Frequently required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. Must frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and up to 60 pounds and, on rare occasions, move more than 100 pounds with assistance for heavier activity such as moving appliances. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Corporate Integrity

All team members in all positions are expected to act professionally at all times, including but not limited to treating others with respect, valuating diversity, supporting team/community goals, following company policies and procedures and fostering company core values.

Franklin Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.