Maintenance Technician

Dream Live Prosper Communities; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Learning incentives

Volunteer Time Off

Well-being programs

Company events

Self-improvement tools

Job summary

Dream Live Prosper Communities is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Houston, TX to maintain building safety and comfort. You will lead a hands-on team, address resident requests, and manage plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance repairs while keeping costs in check.

You’ll also prepare vacant apartments within 5 days, mentor staff, and ensure on-call coverage. This role emphasizes problem-solving, communication, and coordination with vendors and residents.

Qualifications

• Must have HVAC certification.
• Experience in plumbing repair.
• Ability to turn apartments in 5 days.
• Experience in electric repairs.
• Appliance repair skills.
• Proficiency in plaster/drywall repair.
• Strong painting skills.
• Experience in lock replacement.
• Familiarity with apartment unit turnovers in old and new buildings.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle for daily work assignments and on-call rotation.
• Possession of own basic tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Familiarity with budgeting and cost control principles.
• Practical communication skills for interactions with team members, vendors, and residents.
• Familiarity with property management operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service to residents, exceeding expectations.
• Address resident maintenance and service requests promptly.
• Identify and resolve hazardous property conditions.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in within 5 days, including repairs and replacements.
• Perform maintenance tasks including HVAC, painting, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repairs.
• Maintain grounds and ensure cleanliness.
• Respond to emergency calls when on-call.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and manage budgets effectively.
• Respond to resident requests within 24 hours.
• Manage maintenance team’s hours, focus, and on-call schedule.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members.
• Maintain a well-stocked maintenance shop without unnecessary spending.
• Streamline purchasing processes for cost-effective acquisitions.
• Perform technician and groundskeeper duties as needed.
• Efficiently schedule vacancies for 5-day turns.
• Assign service requests for a 24‑hour turnaround.
• Manage security deposit dispositions and attend meetings as required.

Skills

HVAC certification

Plumbing repair

Electrical repairs

Appliance repair

Plaster/drywall repair

Painting

Lock replacement

Budgeting and cost control

Problem-solving

Communication

Property management familiarity

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

As a Maintenance Technician, you play a crucial role in ensuring the comfort of our residents. You lead a dedicated team committed to maintaining the safety and cleanliness of our building. Your responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks, from addressing resident requests to expertly managing plumbing and electrical issues. You are not only a manager but also a hands-on problem solver and a key contributor to our landscaping efforts.

Welcome to our apartment communities, where affordable housing is attainable without sacrificing quality. Our properties offer spacious floor plans, modern finishes, and a range of community amenities, enabling residents to live their best lives. Join us in creating a WOW experience for residents as an integral part of the Dream Live Prosper Communities Team.

Dream Live Prosper Communities

About this opportunity:

• Location: Dream Montrose, Houston, TX

• Position type: Full-time

  • This job requires a flexible schedule with varied work hours that may include nights & weekends.

What we are looking for in a Maintenance Technician:

• Must have HVAC certification
• Experience in plumbing repair
• Ability to turn apartments in 5 days
• Experience in electric repairs
• Appliance repair skills
• Proficiency in plaster/drywall repair
• Strong painting skills
• Experience in lock replacement
• Familiarity with apartment unit turnovers in old and new buildings
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle for daily work assignments and on-call rotation
• Possession of own basic tools
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Familiarity with budgeting and cost control principles
• Practical communication skills for interactions with team members, vendors, and residents
• Familiarity with property management operations is a plus

What you will do as a Maintenance Technician:

• Provide exceptional service to residents, exceeding expectations.
• Address resident maintenance and service requests promptly.
• Identify and resolve hazardous property conditions.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in within 5 days, including repairs and replacements.
• Perform various maintenance tasks, including HVAC, painting, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repairs.
• Maintain grounds and ensure cleanliness.
• Respond to emergency calls when on-call.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives and manage budgets effectively.
• Respond to resident requests within 24 hours.
• Manage maintenance team’s hours, focus, and on-call schedule.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members.
• Maintain a well-stocked maintenance shop without unnecessary spending.
• Streamline purchasing processes for cost-effective acquisitions.
• Perform technician and groundskeeper duties as needed.
• Efficiently schedule vacancies for 5-day turns.
• Assign service requests for a 24‑hour turnaround.
• Manage security deposit dispositions and attend meetings as required.

What Motivates Us

Making an Impact:

At DLP, making a difference is at the heart of everything we do, whether it’s for our residents, investors, or business partners.

Embracing Challenges:

We view roadblocks as opportunities and proactively seek solutions.

Growth:

We've been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list as one of America's fastest-growing private companies for eleven consecutive years.

Who We Are

What We Do:

We finance the building of Thriving Communities.

Our Mission:

To lead in funding and building Thriving Communities centered in safe, attainable housing, transforming the nation.

Our Purpose:

To passionately make an extraordinary impact by transforming lives and building Thriving Communities.

Our Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal (BHAG):

To positively impact 10 million lives by funding 5,000 Thriving Communities and becoming one of America's 100 largest private companies.

Our Culture:

We work hard towards ambitious goals, driven by a purpose bigger than ourselves. We seek to make a difference in the affordable housing crisis and in the lives of our employees, investors, and partners. We follow our Elite Execution System to develop personally and professionally, striving to Live Fully in all areas of life.

Core Values:

Driven for Greatness:

Pursuing knowledge and growth both personally and professionally.

Living Fully:

Achieving optimal health in all life aspects: faith, family, friends, freedom, fun, fulfillment, fitness, and finance.

Grit

Demonstrating endurance and commitment to achieve long-term goals.

Community:

Elevating the greater good and cultivating thriving relationships.

Authenticity:

Being true to ourselves and others, fostering growth through open dialogue.

Prepared to Win:

Applying discipline and consistent effort to achieve our goals.

Kingdom Impact:

Sharing God's love through our work and service.

Twenty-Mile March:

Focusing on clear goals and consistently evaluating our performance.

Stewardship:

Committing to those who trust us with their capital, communities, and careers.

Servant Leadership:

Leading with high standards and humility, empowering growth and accountability.

Benefits and Perks:

PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k) matching, learning/educational incentives, Volunteer Time Off, well-being programs, company events, self improvement/productivity tools, & the incredible feeling of making a difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

DLP is a committed Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require assistance in searching for a position or submitting an application, please contact HR at [e-mail]. Offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment background verification (including E-Verify). California applicants can view our California Data Privacy Policy here.