Maintenance Technician

LMS Investment Management Inc.; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brookwood Apartments in Homewood, AL is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join LMS Investment Management Inc. This hands-on role maintains the community, apartments, and amenities, and prepares homes for new residents.

You will diagnose issues across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and more, keep accurate records, and collaborate with the Community Manager and contractors. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 100 lbs are required; HVAC/EPA certification is

Qualifications

• Experience in apartment/ multifamily maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and appliances.
• HVAC/EPA certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the condition of the community, apartment homes, common areas, amenities, and grounds.
• Diagnose and perform routine maintenance and repairs in a timely, professional manner.
• Complete resident service requests with excellent customer service.
• Assist with apartment make-readies, including inspecting vacant homes and completing repairs.
• Perform general repairs: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, painting, and other areas as needed.
• Complete preventative maintenance and maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Inspect the exterior and address maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with maintaining an organized maintenance shop, tools, equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Communicate with the Community Manager regarding service requests and property conditions.
• Work with outside contractors and vendors as needed to ensure quality work.
• Perform emergency maintenance and participate in after-hours on-call rotation.
• Follow all safety standards and applicable health codes.
• Assist with property inspections and maintenance-related documentation.
• Promote positive resident relations with a friendly, courteous attitude.
• Complete additional maintenance projects as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

HVAC knowledge

Customer service

Team collaboration

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician | The Brookwood Apartments

Homewood, AL

We are currently searching for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team at The Brookwood Apartments.

The Brookwood is a well-established multifamily community where our maintenance team plays an essential role in creating a comfortable, attractive, and well-maintained living environment for our residents.

As a Maintenance Technician, you'll be hands-on throughout the community, completing service requests, preparing apartment homes for new residents, performing preventative maintenance, and helping ensure the property and its amenities are maintained to a high standard.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and understands that great maintenance is a key part of the resident experience. You'll work closely with the Community Manager and other team members in an environment that values professionalism, teamwork, responsiveness, and proactive care.

Responsibilities Include:

• Maintain the physical condition and appearance of the community, apartment homes, common areas, amenities, and grounds.
• Diagnose and perform routine maintenance and repairs in a timely, professional manner.
• Complete resident service requests accurately and efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
• Assist with apartment make-readies, including inspecting vacant homes, identifying needed repairs, and completing work to ensure apartments are ready for new residents.
• Perform general repairs involving plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, painting, and other areas as needed.
• Complete preventative maintenance according to company standards and maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Inspect the exterior of the property and common areas regularly and address maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with maintaining an organized maintenance shop, tools, equipment, parts, and supply inventory.
• Communicate regularly with the Community Manager regarding service requests, property conditions, needed repairs, and special projects.
• Work with outside contractors and vendors as needed and help ensure work is completed according to expectations.
• Perform emergency maintenance and participate in the community's after-hours on-call rotation as required.
• Follow all company safety standards, OSHA requirements, applicable health codes, and established maintenance procedures.
• Assist with required property inspections and ensure maintenance-related documentation is completed as assigned.
• Promote positive resident relations by maintaining a friendly, courteous, and professional attitude with residents, prospects, vendors, and fellow employees.
• Complete additional maintenance projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Community Manager or Regional Manager.

Experience, Skills & Requirements:

• Previous apartment, multifamily, residential, or similar maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of general maintenance and repair, including plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC, carpentry, and other building systems.
• HVAC/EPA certification preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to participate in an after-hours on-call rotation.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting and moving appliances and equipment up to 100 lbs. with appropriate assistance or equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, bend, stoop, push, pull, twist, climb stairs and ladders, grasp, reach, and perform other physical activities required to complete maintenance work.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, including periods of extreme heat and cold.

We're looking for someone who sees maintenance as more than simply completing a work order. The right person understands the importance of doing the job correctly, taking care of the property, communicating with residents, and being someone the rest of the team can depend on.

If you're an experienced maintenance professional who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a team that values what you bring to the community, we'd love to hear from you.

About LMS

LMS is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate firm providing acquisition, development, construction, and property management services.

With more than 20 years of experience navigating the Southeast market, LMS currently has more than $150 million in construction and development projects and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management.

Our mission is simple: Create Community and Create Value.

We accomplish this by leveraging innovation and integrity, creating meaningful value for our investors, building strong and transparent relationships, and making a positive impact on the people and communities we serve.