Maintenance Technician

PeakMade Real Estate; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

PTO + Wellbeing Days

401(k) Match

Wellness programs

Technical training

HVAC/CPO certifications

Monthly renewal bonuses

Year-end Peakiversary trip

Job summary

PeakMade Real Estate is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of upkeep tasks across our apartment communities. The role emphasizes resident-focused teamwork and strong technical aptitude to maintain value and curb appeal.

The position requires a minimum of one year in maintenance, EPA Type I/II preferred, and the ability to work a rotating on-call schedule, including weekends and holidays. Living within 30 miles of the property is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in apartment maintenance preferred.
• EPA Type I and II certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all service requests and repairs are completed thoroughly and timely.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor with inventory monitoring of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards with residents and staff.
• Follow safety policies and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule for equipment.
• Communicate effectively with residents, vendors and supervisors.
• Adhere to budget guidelines and support preventative maintenance programs.
• Assist in scheduling and performing maintenance/repair turn events.
• Perform scheduled maintenance based on manufacturer recommendations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type I and II certification

Job description

Description

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance tasks necessary to maintain and enhance the value of an assigned apartment community. This pinnacle role is foundational to the community’s success; the ideal candidate is a resident-focused team player with a strong technical aptitude who take pride in the work they perform.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure all service requests and repairs are completed thoroughly and in a timely manner


• Assist Maintenance Supervisor with monitoring inventory of equipment, tools, parts and supplies at appropriate levels


• Maintain excellent customer service standards


• Comply with all personnel management policies and procedures and maintain an organized, clean and safe work area.


• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule


• Communicate effectively with residents, fellow employees, vendors and supervisors


• Work with Maintenance Supervisor to adhere to budget guidelines and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program


• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with maintaining a hazard communications program


• Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features as required to minimize liability concerns


• Ensure adherence to the company's safety and hazard communications programs, policies and procedures


• Work with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that physical condition of the community is maintained according to company operating and safety standards


• Work with maintenance team to ensure excellent curb appeal at all times


• Assist residents with the move-in/move-out process as needed


• Assist with the scheduling and performance of all maintenance/repair-related turn events


• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals


• Address complaints and resolve issues in a timely and professional fashion


• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the general upkeep and cleaning of office, common areas and model


• Assist in the daily cleanup of the exterior of the property including grounds, breezeways, and all common areas


• Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning and maintain accurate, timely chemical logs


• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency service


• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• At least one year maintenance experience, preferably in the apartment industry


• EPA certification Type I and II preferred


• Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property


• Must have reliable transportation and be able to accommodate a rotating on-call schedule as required


• Ability to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays as required


• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances and all other systems at community.


• Other licenses and certifications as required by local, state or federal law

Additional Qualifications

• Position requires individuals to be able to use general maintenance equipment including, but not limited to, hand tools, ladders, refrigerant recovery units, landscaping equipment, and required safety equipment


• All equipment must be used without jeopardizing the safety of themselves, fellow associates, and residents


• Maintenance Technicians are expected to provide their own hand tools needed for their position.

What You’ll Get (Peak Perks)

• Paid Parental Leave + one year of diapers, on us


• 15 Days of PTO + 2 additional \"Wellbeing Days\"


• 401(k) Match


• Wellness initiatives, healthy team competitions and reward programs through Peak's LiveWell program


• Facilities related leadership program


• Additional technical training


• Technical certifications available (HVAC / CPO)


• Employee Resource Groups


• Monthly renewal bonuses


• Additional rewards and recognition


• 10 Year Peakiversary Trip


• The anticipated pay range for this role is $24.00–$25.00 per hour, with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Physical Activities

• Position requires ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances


• Use of ladders to access heights in excess of eight to nine feet


• The ability to work outdoors in temperatures exceeding 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit


• Ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks without endangering themselves, residents or fellow employees


• Frequent bending and/or stooping to access equipment and machinery necessary when assisting with or performing tasks

Who We Are

PeakMade Real Estate is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in the management and development of off-campus student housing, multi-family and build to rent communities across the US. Our working environment is fun, collaborative, forward-thinking and purposeful. PeakMade Real Estate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.