Maintenance Technician

S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) enrollment opportunity with employer match

Paid volunteer hours

Job summary

S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. is hiring a Maintenance Technician for their Port City community in Richmond, VA. The role ensures resident safety and comfort by maintaining electrical and mechanical systems.

Key responsibilities include responding to service calls, conducting repairs, and ensuring the facility's aesthetics. Ideal candidates should have mechanical skills, a valid driver's license, and relevant certifications. Strong career growth opportunities and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Prior experience reflecting overall general mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Valid driver’s license (if operating a vehicle).
• Current Fair Housing certification.

Responsibilities

• Responds to residents’ calls for service, completing plumbing repairs.
• Repairs electrical switches.
• Lays and repairs tile.

Skills

General mechanical aptitude

Ability to read and write English

HVAC Certificate

EPA Certificate for Freon recovery

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Key-cutting machine

Mechanical equipment

Job description

Maintenance Technician opening at our Port City community located in Richmond, VA.

About Us

Founded in 1906, S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. is one of the largest real estate development companies in the southeastern United States. We are a well established, highly respected, Virginia based company that manages over 30,000 multifamily units throughout the mid‑Atlantic region. We offer a full spectrum of real estate services, including multifamily, office, industrial, retail, land and investment sales and leasing, third‑party property management, mixed‑use development, commercial development, multi‑family development, apartment leasing and a full menu of financial services. S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. has developed, managed, sold and leased millions of square feet of all property types throughout Virginia with a main focus in the Hampton Roads and Richmond area markets.

Why work with us?

• Consistently named one of Hampton Roads’ Top Workplaces by Inside Business, reflecting the dedication, talent, and commitment of our outstanding team.
• Proud multi‑year recipient of CoVa BIZ Best of Business (BOB) Gold Awards in three distinct categories: Best Property Management, Best Commercial Property Management, and Best Commercial Real Estate Company.
• Recognized as a National Apartment Association (NAA) Top Employer for five consecutive years.
• Honored as one of the 50 Most Community‑Minded Companies in Hampton Roads by The Civic 50 Hampton Roads, recognizing our strong commitment to community engagement and corporate responsibility.
• We offer a robust training program designed to equip team members with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to succeed and grow in their roles.
• We provide exceptional career growth opportunities, empowering team members to advance professionally through clear development paths, ongoing training, and internal promotions with great support from our community teams.

Job Title

Maintenance Technician

Reports To

Maintenance Manager

Supervises

N/A

Position Type

Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt

Summary of Position

To ensure residents a safe, comfortable, and attractive place to live by always keeping all electrical and mechanical equipment and appliances functional or serviced immediately and making all needed repairs to structures promptly. This position is considered an essential function to the operation of the community; consistent attendance is an essential function of this position, as it directly impacts the employee’s ability to perform duties effectively and ensures proper workflow and communication within the team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Abides by Fair Housing Laws.
• Responds to residents’ calls for service, completing plumbing repairs.
• Lays and repairs tile.
• Installs and repairs drywall.
• Repairs electrical switches.

Occasional Functions

• Mends fences.
• Assists with HVAC and refrigeration repairs.
• Cuts keys.
• Performs trash pickup.
• Takes care of lawn care.
• Maintains swimming pool cleaning.
• Shampooes carpets.

Position Requirements / Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English.
• Prior experience reflecting overall general mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Valid driver’s license (if operating a vehicle).
• EPA Certificate for Freon recovery.
• HVAC Certificate.
• Current Fair Housing certification.

Preferred Skills / Abilities

• Advanced training, such as that obtained from a mechanical/supervising trade or technical school.
• Prior experience as Service Manager for a multi‑unit property.

Physical Activities / Equipment Used

• Physical activities up to and including walking, bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, crawling, stretching, climbing stairs or ladders, and standing for periods of time.
• Exposure to inclement weather, noise, dust, heat, and mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to potentially dangerous products and chemicals.
• Heavy lifting.
• Key‑cutting machine, hand tools, mechanical equipment, electrically powered construction equipment, lawn care equipment, phone.

General

• Hours worked will coincide with the hours of operation in the community. This position may be required to respond to after‑hours emergency calls; may be placed on a rotating schedule to respond to evening, weekend, and holiday service calls.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) enrollment opportunity with employer match
• Employer paid basic life and short‑term disability
• Potential opportunity for savings in rent (property and ownership specific)
• Pet insurance
• Paid volunteer hours
• And more!

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