Maintenance Technician

PRC Edgewater Apartments; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

PRC Edgewater Apartments is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and general care of our apartment buildings. This hands-on role supports the Building Superintendent and property management to ensure a safe, clean, and high-quality living environment for residents.

The ideal candidate brings reliable technical skills, strong customer service, and experience in residential or multi-unit properties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience, preferably in apartment communities.
• Valid driver’s license; reliable transportation to assigned property.
• Personal set of basic tools required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily service work orders with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Prepare market ready apartments, including cleaning, repairs, painting, and installations.
• Perform electrical repairs such as lighting fixtures, switches, outlets, appliances, and related equipment.
• Conduct plumbing repairs including clearing stoppages, repairing leaks, replacing fittings and valves, and basic pipe work.
• Perform carpentry tasks including fitting doors, installing molding, floor repairs, framing, sanding, and refinishing.
• Complete sheetrock repair, spackling, priming, and painting as needed.
• Assist with flooring repairs or replacements.
• Maintain all common areas and building exteriors.
• Support HVAC controls and building mechanical systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Respond to emergencies such as floods or power outages.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and overall physical care of apartment buildings/complexes. This hands on role supports the Building Superintendent and property management team to ensure a well maintained, safe, and high quality living environment for all residents. The ideal candidate is a reliable professional with strong technical skills, a customer service mindset, and residential or multi-unit properties.

Key Responsibilities

General Maintenance & Repairs

• Complete daily service work orders with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Prepare market ready apartments, including cleaning, repairs, painting, and installations.
• Perform electrical repairs such as lighting fixtures, switches, outlets, appliances, and related equipment.
• Conduct plumbing repairs including clearing stoppages, repairing leaks, replacing fittings and valves, and basic pipe work.
• Perform carpentry tasks including fitting doors, installing molding, floor repairs, framing, sanding, and refinishing.
• Complete sheetrock repair, spackling, priming, and painting as needed.
• Assist with flooring repairs or replacements.

Building Operations & Property Care

• Maintain all common areas, including lobbies, hallways, laundry rooms, elevators, and amenity spaces in accordance with company standards.
• Conduct routine cleaning and custodial tasks for resident turnover.
• Maintain building grounds, walkways, and exterior areas.
• Perform repairs involving concrete, roofing, masonry, and fencing as necessary.
• Participate in all ongoing building improvement and capital projects.
• Support HVAC controls and ensure familiarity with building mechanical systems.

Emergency Response & On Call Rotation

• Participate in the on call rotation for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Respond promptly to emergency requests including floods, power outages, leaks, and safety risks.
• Demonstrate full knowledge of emergency building shutoffs (water, electrical, gas).

Inspections & Compliance

• Conduct annual and periodic apartment inspections.
• Identify safety hazards and report or resolve issues promptly.
• Assist with compliance efforts and preventative maintenance schedules.

Resident & Team Communication

• Professionally interact with residents, providing high quality service and clear communication.
• Deliver notices to residents and support the Property Manager with building updates.
• Work collaboratively with the maintenance and management team to ensure exceptional property operations.

Seasonal Duties

• Participate in snow and ice removal efforts, including shoveling, salting, and maintaining walkways.
• Assist with seasonal building preparation tasks (HVAC, landscaping, winterization, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

Hourly Wages: $22 - $24 per hour

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience, preferably in apartment communities or related residential environments.
• Valid driver’s license; reliable transportation to assigned property.
• Personal set of basic tools required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 70–75 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to climb ladders and access rooftops (25–30 ft).
• Ability to work in confined spaces or crouched positions for extended periods.
• Comfortable working overhead with power tools, hand tools, and painting equipment.
• Ability to shovel snow or perform outdoor work for extended periods.