Maintenance Technician

Hirebridge; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid holidays and generous time‑off

Mentoring and professional development

Tuition reimbursement and recognition

Job summary

Hirebridge is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Kirkland, WA to perform a wide range of apartment and property maintenance tasks. You will address electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, flooring, and other repair duties while upholding high standards of customer service and curb appeal.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience, plus strong organizational and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in property management or related field is preferred.
• General maintenance and carpentry skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance repairs across electrical, plumbing, appliances, painting, carpentry, HVAC, and grounds as needed.
• Carry out general carpentry tasks like wallboard repair, cabinet replacement, and door/lock repair.
• Execute preventive maintenance such as painting, lighting, and safety checks.
• Maintain work orders ensuring timely completion and resident satisfaction.
• Inspect grounds and facilities to identify safety and maintenance needs.
• Assist with property emergencies (weather events, fires, floods) and on-call duties.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Reading & writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Salary: $25 to $28 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Benefits

• Physical wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage options.
• Financial wellness: Competitive pay plus basic life insurance and matching 401(k) contributions.
• Mental and emotional wellness: Generous time‑off plan includes 10 paid holidays including a community service day and your birthday.
• Perks and more: Mentoring. Professional development. Discounts. Tuition reimbursement. Robust recognition program. And we’re just getting started.

About the Maintenance Technician Position

We’re looking for a talented maintenance technician who will be responsible for addressing an array of apartment and property maintenance duties as specified by the maintenance supervisor and/or property manager, and for maintaining the highest standards in customer service and curb appeal of the assigned property.

Responsibilities

• Perform various maintenance functions including repairs to the following: electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, HVAC, grounds maintenance as dictated by state guidelines.
• Perform general carpentry duties such as wallboard repair, countertop/cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window/glass repair, door/lock repair, and ceramic tile repair.
• Perform various proactive preventative maintenance including siding, painting, lighting, sprinkler, pool, golf-cart, elevator and more.
• Maintain work order system by verifying all orders are completed in a timely manner to company standards and the resident’s satisfaction.
• Inspect the property grounds, buildings, and common area amenities to maintain safety and cleanliness standards and to identify issues requiring maintenance, repair or replacement.
• Assist with property emergencies, such as snow removal and/or other inclement weather emergencies, fires, and floods.
• Promptly communicate with maintenance leadership concerning all maintenance issues at the property.
• Observe and promote safety and risk management in accordance with local, federal, state, and company rules and regulations.
• Participate in emergency on‑call/after‑hours maintenance assignments; adhering to established response times and addressing emergency issues appropriately.
• Promote customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and curb appeal, and interact courteously and professionally with current and potential residents at all times.
• Foster a positive, active and collaborative relationship with residents, other properties and associated agencies.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times, promoting the same to entire team.
• Responsible for adhering to all components of the company risk management program.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in the property management industry or directly related field.
• Possess general maintenance and general carpentry skills.

Skills and Requirements

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and current auto insurance is required
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to use general office equipment, such as telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, and key track system.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to others.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Required to complete and successfully pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment.