Maintenance Technician

South Oxford Management; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx

Vision

401(k) match

Job summary

South Oxford Management is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our on‑site team in Stamford, CT. You will perform technical and mechanical work to ensure buildings, grounds and amenities meet company standards for safety, cleanliness, and functionality.

Responsibilities include completing routine maintenance requests, diagnosing faults, and ensuring apartments are market‑ready. A valid license, flexibility with schedule, and strong safety mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driving license.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, overtime and on‑call hours.
• Sharp professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance work orders for community properties, including appliance repair and on‑call tickets.
• Repair across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and appliances.
• Diagnose faults, perform preventive maintenance, and conduct inspections.
• Ensure apartments are market‑ready and respond promptly to work orders.
• Participate in after‑hours on‑call rotation.
• Complete make‑ready process for vacant units and coordinate vendors.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Maintenance Shop.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Career Opportunities with South Oxford Management

Who We Are

South Oxford Management is a leading full-service property management company with a presence in Texas, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, and Connecticut. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our residents and team members alike. Our owners and leadership team bring extensive industry experience, ensuring that quality and excellence are woven into every facet of our operations—from asset management to leasing. We are passionate about creating positive experiences and believe in putting people first. When you become a part of South Oxford Management, you join a supportive team that values learning, encourages idea sharing, and actively engages in team building and community service activities.

How You Will Contribute

You will serve as a Maintenance Technician performing technical and mechanical work to ensure that the physical aspects of the buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas of the property meet the Company's standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall functionality.

Things You Will Do

Maintenance

• Perform routine work orders at the community, which may include appliance repair, completing emergency and on‑call tickets.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and appliances.
• Diagnose faults, carry out preventative maintenance, and conduct weekly and monthly inspections.
• Ensure resident service requests are completed promptly and apartments are market-ready.
• Participate in on‑call rotation for after‑hours emergencies.
• Respond to resident work orders with a customer‑first attitude.
• Complete the "make‑ready" process to prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move‑ins by completing the pre‑move‑out inspection, creating a punch list of maintenance work needed, scheduling vendors and contractors as needed, obtaining required supplies and materials, completing all maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work.
• Take pride in the apartment community; visually inspect and address areas of concern, keep the community clean, and note service needs.
• Keep the Maintenance Shop stocked, organized, and clean.
• Utilize maintenance management systems on computers and iPads to complete work orders.

Safety

• Be mindful of the condition of the community and initiate action to correct unsafe conditions, such as broken gates, broken steps, or broken/burned‑out exterior lights.
• Think safety first and ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected promptly.
• Report major repairs and needs to maintenance supervisor and property manager.
• Remove and transfer abandoned furniture, equipment, or appliances.
• Schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Use maintenance management systems to complete preventive maintenance and annual inspections.

Customer Service

• Provide outstanding customer service to residents and future residents.
• Inspect and coordinate all make‑ready repairs and services.
• Anticipate problems that residents might have before they occur.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager.

Things You Will Need

• Valid driving license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to work a flexible work week, including weekends, holidays, overtime, and on‑call hours.
• Sharp professional appearance.
• Ability to walk the property, including climbing stairs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb stairs, push, pull, reach, and carry supplies.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Travel up to 10% of the time or rarely.

Skills

• General knowledge of all things pertaining to property maintenance.
• Skill in the safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Steady hand, good eyesight, and dexterity when using hand tools and machinery.
• Able to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC; HVAC certification preferred.
• Proficient and comfortable using computers and various software programs.
• Knowledgeable of pertinent laws, including EPA and OSHA regulations.
• South Oxford Management is proud to provide training and licensing opportunities for experienced individuals ready to take the next step.

What We Will Provide You

South Oxford Management provides a range of insurance options and benefits for our full‑time team members.

• Hourly rate: $22–$24 per hour
• Medical/Rx
• Vision
• Employer‑paid life/AD&D
• Voluntary life/AD&D
• Short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Hospital indemnity plan
• Critical illness plan
• Legal/ID theft protection
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) retirement with match and immediate vesting
• Paid holidays and time off (3+ weeks)
• Rent discount (30%)
• Tuition reimbursement ($2,000 per year)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee rewards and recognition

Equal Opportunity Statement

South Oxford Management LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. South Oxford utilizes E-Verify, a web‑based system that enables enrolled employers to verify the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration, subject to state law.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

South Oxford Management LLC is committed to providing a workplace that is free from the use, sale, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs and alcohol, as well as free from the abusive use of legal drugs or alcohol. All job applicants are required to take and successfully complete a drug and/or alcohol test before they will be permitted to begin employment. Applicants who refuse to take a test or fail to cooperate with test representatives will not be permitted to begin employment. If a test yields a positive result for drugs or alcohol, the company may withdraw the offer of employment to an applicant, where permitted by state law.