Maintenance Technician

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Corolla (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Village Realty in the Outer Banks region is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep vacation homes well maintained, addressing leaks, HVAC, electrical, and other repairs to ensure guest satisfaction.

Role involves traveling between properties, performing preventative maintenance, responding to work orders, and coordinating with management and third-party providers. Must be reliable, with transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Basic HVAC knowledge; respond to common HVAC issues.
• Electrical knowledge for basic repairs and safety.
• Paint, clean, and troubleshoot in homes.
• Drywall and carpentry tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance tasks across multiple worksites daily.
• Respond to guest issues via work orders and fix as needed.
• Coordinate with management and third-party service providers.

Skills

Basic HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Carpentry

Drywall

Customer service

Reliable transportation

On-call availability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

• Base Pay $20.00 - $23.00 / Hour
• Job Category 1
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Description

A Maintenance Technician is more than just a repair expert; they are the unsung heroes of the hospitality industry. They ensure that every property operates smoothly, every guest experience is seamless, and every small detail—whether it’s a leaky faucet, a flickering light, or a temperamental air conditioner—is taken care of before it becomes a problem.

They are problem-solvers, troubleshooters, and skilled craftsman, responsible for maintaining the structural integrity and aesthetic appeal of hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals. Whether they’re fine-tuning an HVAC system or patching up drywall, they take pride in their work, knowing that their attention to detail shapes the guest experience.

Requirements

• Complete maintenance tasks and projects, traveling between multiple worksites each day.
• Create a welcoming environment for our guests and owners by ensuring our homes are well maintained general repairs, preventative maintenance & inspections.
• Respond to guest issues (assigned work order) regarding maintenance, as needed including but not limited to:
• Basic HVAC repair
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Paint, clean, and troubleshoot repairs inside homes.
• Drywall, and basic carpentry skills.
• Establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships with team members and management team.
• Correspond on a regular basis with your local management team and team members.
• Be available and willing to assist your colleagues and management team when necessary.
• Provide cross-coverage with housekeeping department when necessary to ensure urgent issues are addressed.
• Assist in ground maintenance and upkeep.
• Collect and remove trash and debris.
• On-call service for after hour's emergencies, rotating with another team member.
• Ensure follow through on assigned maintenance tasks using in-house assignment system and respond to time-sensitive maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers.
• Evaluate the condition of the vacant units.
• Attend all mandatory individual and team meetings.
• Highly organized.
• Reliable, ability to meet deadlines, and a team player.
• The ability to follow-up and follow through with assigned tasks.
• Self-motivated and customer service oriented.
• Ability to see projects through to completion.
• Great with customers.
• Collect and remove trash and debris.
• Ability to regularly lift over 20 lbs.
• Applicants must have reliable transportation.
• Applicants must be willing and able to work overtime for emergency calls which may include weekends, holidays and after hours.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• All applicants will be required to a background screening
• Other responsibilities as assigned - because every day looks different.

Summary

Village Realty is a local property management, vacation rental and real estate sales firm managing over 950 exceptional Outer Banks rental properties, spanning from Corolla to Nags Head, as well as Manteo and Hatteras Island. Our mission is to create memorable and consistent experiences for our clients and customers and provide a rewarding environment for our employees.