Maintenance Technician

Gates Hudson; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Hudson is looking for a Maintenance Technician in Charlottesville, Virginia, responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of residential communities. This role involves performing corrective and preventative maintenance, ensuring a safe environment for residents. The ideal candidate will need at least two years of experience in maintenance, knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, and carpentry, along with a strong safety awareness. Reliable transportation is essential, and participation in on-call rotation may be required.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of maintenance experience, preferably in residential property management.
• Ability to perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, and general maintenance work.
• Reliable personal transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on apartments, buildings, and common areas.
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and update logs.
• Enter occupied apartments professionally and promote positive resident relationships.

Skills

Plumbing skills

Electrical skills

HVAC expertise

Carpentry skills

Drywall knowledge

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Gates Hudson is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day physical maintenance of one of our residential communities. This role is responsible for performing corrective and preventative maintenance to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained living environment for residents.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and skilled in a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.

What You’ll Do

Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on apartments, buildings, and common areas
• Complete service requests promptly and efficiently
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, drywall, flooring, and related systems
• Perform unit turnovers and prepare apartments for new residents

Preventative Maintenance & Safety

• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and update logs
• Follow OSHA, EPA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations
• Identify and address unsafe conditions throughout the property
• Properly store and handle tools, equipment, and hazardous materials

Resident Service & Team Support

• Enter occupied apartments professionally and in accordance with policy
• Promote positive resident relationships through quality workmanship
• Assist other technicians and support work at other properties as needed

Administrative & Inventory Support

• Maintain organized stock rooms, tools, and maintenance areas
• Track inventory and report shortages
• Follow key control, reporting, and documentation procedures

Schedule & Requirements

• Participation in on-call rotation as needed
• Reliable personal transportation required

What We’re Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Two or more years of maintenance experience, preferably in residential property management
• Ability to perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, and general maintenance work
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

• CFC Type II or Universal certification