Maintenance Technician

Peakmade-Real-Estate-1; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

15 Days PTO + wellbeing days

401(k) Match

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

PeakMade Real Estate in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform service requests, preventative maintenance, and support the Maintenance Supervisor. You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repairs, assist with inventory, safety programs and on-call duties to ensure a well‑kept property and strong resident service.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1+ year maintenance experience, EPA Type I/II preferred, and the ability to work weekends/holidays with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year maintenance experience, preferably in apartment settings.
• EPA Type I and II certification preferred.
• Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property.
• Reliable transportation and ability to handle rotating on-call schedule.
• Able to work varied schedules including weekends/holidays.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances and other systems.
• Other licenses/certifications as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all service requests and repairs are completed thoroughly and timely.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor with inventory monitoring of equipment, tools, parts and supplies.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards.
• Comply with personnel policies and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule.
• Communicate effectively with residents, employees, vendors and supervisors.
• Adhere to budget guidelines and preventative maintenance programs.
• Assist in maintaining hazard communications program and safety policies.
• Inspect grounds, buildings and community features to minimize liability.
• Ensure property condition meets company standards and maintains curb appeal.
• Assist with move-in/move-out process and maintenance-related turn events.
• Perform scheduled maintenance based on manufacturer guidance.
• Address complaints promptly and professionally.
• Keep accurate records and help with general upkeep of office and common areas.
• Assist daily exterior cleanliness and pool maintenance with proper chemical logs.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies.

Skills

HVAC repair

Plumbing

Electrical

Appliances

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type I & II certification (preferred)

Tools

Refrigerant recovery units

Job description

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 programsthrough 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

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.