Maintenance Technician

LMS Investment Management; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

LMS Investment Management is seeking a Maintenance Technician for its Mobile, AL portfolio. This full-time, on-site role focuses on keeping building systems, equipment and units safe, clean, and fully operational, with preventive and emergency maintenance as core duties.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, coordinating with vendors, maintaining logs, and assisting with unit turns while following safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; HVAC/electrical/plumbing certifications are a plus.
• Experience in preventive maintenance for multifamily or commercial properties.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues.
• Strong communication and resident-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service requests and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems and apartment units.
• Coordinate with vendors and track work orders.
• Maintain maintenance logs and adhere to safety guidelines.
• Assist with unit turns and renovations as needed.
• Communicate work status and timelines to management and residents.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Preventive maintenance

Building systems

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Communication

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Company Description

LMS Investment Management is a multifamily real estate investment and management firm focused on achieving superior risk-adjusted returns for its clients through strategic property acquisitions in the Southeast. The company targets value-add properties in smaller, less volatile markets, emphasizing strategic improvements and strong property management to enhance asset performance. LMS also provides high-level strategic management services to third-party owners and investors in multifamily housing. Led by senior professionals with more than 35 years of experience in asset and portfolio management, real estate transactions, and real estate law, LMS pursues measured growth while creating long-term value and operational efficiencies for clients.

Role Description

The Maintenance Technician role is a full-time, on-site position based in Mobile, AL. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine and emergency maintenance on building systems, equipment, and apartment units, including inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks. Daily responsibilities include responding to service requests, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, coordinating with vendors as needed, and ensuring that common areas and resident units are safe, clean, and fully operational. The role also involves maintaining maintenance logs, following safety and regulatory guidelines, assisting with unit turns and renovations, and communicating clearly with property management and residents regarding work status and timelines.

Qualifications

• Strong equipment maintenance skills, including the ability to service building systems and tools.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and basic plumbing issues.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs for multifamily or commercial properties.
• Hands-on maintenance and repair abilities across HVAC, appliances, fixtures, and general building components.
• Background in industrial or facilities maintenance is beneficial.
• Knowledge of safety practices, building codes, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Ability to prioritize work orders, manage time effectively, and maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication and customer service skills when interacting with residents and team members.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing are a plus.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, work on ladders, and perform physical tasks as required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, as needed for site-related tasks.