Maintenance Technician

essex; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Equity / stock options

Parental leave

Job summary

Essex Lake Group LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to manage unit turns, inspections, and preventive work across multiple properties. You will perform repairs in electrical, plumbing, and appliance systems while maintaining safety and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires physical stamina, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents and team members. On-site work in Huntington Beach, CA is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license for onsite operations in golf carts.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands-on experience.
• Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards (asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing.
• Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged items.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, common areas, and systems; implement preventive maintenance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests; be on-call as needed.
• Ensure safety and compliance with codes and report hazards to supervisors.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and stocked maintenance shop.
• Complete work orders and document maintenance activities and inspections.

Skills

HVAC license

Electrical repair

Plumbing repair

English literacy

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

CPO license

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn items. Ensure that all units meet the community's standards for cleanliness and functionality before new residents move in.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, including common areas, equipment, and building systems, to identify maintenance needs. Implement and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce the likelihood of equipment failure or costly repairs.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, such as plumbing leaks, electrical outages, or HVAC failures. Be available for on‑call duty as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations, building codes and report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
• Maintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, materials necessary for daily operations and assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
• Complete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, as this property requires the use of golf carts so associate can complete essential job functions as part of onsite operations.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands‑on experience. Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards (i.e., asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing.
• Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication. General understanding of the Microsoft Suite, property management software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English. Proven organizational and time management skills.
• WHAT THE JOB REQUIRES:
• Operates in a fast‑paced work setting both indoor and outdoor. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high‑energy work situations.
• Involves frequent interaction with clients or customers. Requires effective communication skills and a professional demeanor. Work environment may include client offices, meeting rooms, or other external locations.
• Requires continuous physical effort, including heavy lifting (over 50 pounds). Involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and other strenuous activities. May require the ability to operate heavy machinery or perform physically demanding tasks regularly.
• Occasional travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on‑site work.
• WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:
• No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position.
• Communicates basic technical or factual information with colleagues and/or immediate Managers who are familiar with job area.
• Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and defined procedures. Requires limited ingenuity and evaluation to perform varied and semi complex tasks.
• Moderate - decisions generally affect own job and results of own job area.
• #LI-Onsite

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Equity / stock options
• Parental leave

Additional Information

CityHuntington Beach StateCalifornia Job LocationOCC 123 The Huntington Position TypeRegularThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance tasks including work orders, unit turns, maintaining the grounds, curb appeal, clubhouse, amenities, and other common areas at one or more properties to assist preserving the asset and to provide a quality living environment for the residents. This position reports to the Community Manager, General Operations Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.

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