Maintenance Technician

HRI Properties; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Tools Provided

Uniforms Provided

On-Call Rotation

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) With Company Match

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement

Paid Training & Certifications

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

Job summary

HRI Properties is seeking an Apartment Maintenance Technician to service residential communities in New Orleans and surrounding areas. The role covers electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and general upkeep to keep properties in top condition.

You will handle work orders, participate in preventive maintenance, and collaborate with vendors/teams to complete projects. The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and delivering high-quality service daily.

Qualifications

• Residential/apartment maintenance experience preferred.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• General residential maintenance skills: A/C, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, electronics, drywall finishing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exterior and interior of the property building.
• Complete work orders promptly, including on-call requests.
• Resolve maintenance issues to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain on-site inventory of materials and equipment.
• Inspect and test machinery and maintenance equipment.
• Keep the environment safe and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Residential maintenance

HVAC certification

General maintenance skills

On-call shifts

Job description

Who We Are

Established over thirty-five years ago in New Orleans, Louisiana, HRI Properties (HRI) is a full-service real estate development company and a national leader in the adaptive reuse of historic structures. HRI Properties is vertically integrated and has expertise in development, construction, design, governmental relations, environmental matters, historic landmark designation, and property management.

Who We Are

Established over thirty-five years ago in New Orleans, Louisiana, HRI Properties (HRI) is a full-service real estate development company and a national leader in the adaptive reuse of historic structures. HRI Properties is vertically integrated and has expertise in development, construction, design, governmental relations, environmental matters, historic landmark designation, and property management.

HRI Management, LLC (HRIM) is the multi-family property management entity within HRI Properties. HRIM manages a diverse portfolio of fifty-three multi-family developments consisting of five thousand units that offer luxury, affordable, and mixed-income living opportunities and over two hundred thousand square feet of office/retail space in a five-state area for HRI Properties, HRI Communities, and third-party property owners.

At HRIM, our long-term track record of success is attributable to our associates and their impact on the communities we manage. Our team is as diverse and unique as our property portfolio mix, and we are proud to have one of the highest employee tenure records in our industry. We welcome and embrace all ethnicities, cultures, ages, and lifestyles, and hire individuals who can choose where they want to work. Because of our reputation and company culture, they have decided to work at HRIM.

Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the property's general condition in terms of electrical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, and painting. Additional functions include completing maintenance request work orders on a timely basis and participating in the preventive maintenance program for all building equipment and rooms.

Looking for a maintenance career where you'll be valued - not just another work order? Join our team as an Apartment Maintenance Technician supporting apartment communities throughout New Orleans and surrounding areas.

We provide the tools, training, and support so you can focus on what you do best - keeping our communities running safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!
• TOOLS PROVIDED
• Uniforms Provided
• Paid On-Call Rotation
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) With Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Career Advancement
• Paid Training & Certifications
• COMPETITIVE PAY
• FULL BENEFITS

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain general maintenance of the exterior and interior of the property building
• Complete work orders promptly, including on-call requests
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve maintenance issues to prevent a recurrence
• Maintain inventory to ensure materials, supplies, and equipment are available on-site
• Inspect and test machinery and maintenance equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe environment; report unsafe conditions to the supervisor and recommend corrective action
• Partner with external vendors, contractors, and other maintenance team members on special projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

• Residential/apartment maintenance experience preferred
• HVAC certification preferred
• General residential maintenance skills required: A/C, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, electronics, drywall installation, and finishing
• Must be able to report to on-call maintenance shifts

Physical Requirements

• Requires manual dexterity with normal hand/finger movement and coordination
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds at variable distances often
• This position involves climbing ladders at high levels for maintenance and exterior A/C repairs
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into confined, limited spaces
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, position, or move heavy objects
• Ability to walk for long periods, including climbing flights of stairs in various weather conditions

We don't just offer a job - we offer a lifestyle! Join our team and enjoy amazing perks that make work-life balance a reality.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled