Maintenance Technician

Guardian Properties LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Close-knit local team

Job summary

Guardian Properties LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a garden-style apartment community in Augusta, GA. You will handle resident service requests, prepare units for move-in, and perform preventive maintenance to keep homes and common areas safe and in great condition.

You will troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry issues, ensure timely responses, and communicate with residents and team members. A reliable, detail-focused professional with basic tools is ideal.

Qualifications

• Experience in apartment maintenance or building maintenance.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, appliance repair, and painting.
• Ability to troubleshoot and fix problems independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident service requests promptly and professionally (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repairs).
• Prepare vacant units for move-in (make-readies) including repairs and painting.
• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems and common areas.
• Inspect property and report safety hazards or needed repairs.
• Keep accurate records of work orders, parts, and supplies.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliability

Time management

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

EPA 608 certification (preferred)

CPO certification (preferred)

Tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical tools

HVAC tools

Carpentry tools

Painting supplies

Appliance repair tools

Job description

About Us

Guardian is part of Collective Residential, a family of property management companies that keeps local brands and teams at the heart of how we operate. We care for our communities and the people who live in them, and we invest in the teams who make that possible.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team at a garden-style apartment community in Augusta, GA. In this role, you’ll keep homes and common areas safe, comfortable, and in great condition. You’ll handle service requests, prepare units for new residents, and help maintain the property so residents enjoy living here.

What You’ll Do

• Complete resident service requests promptly and professionally, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, and general repairs.
• Prepare vacant units for move-in (make-readies), including repairs, painting, and final inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and common areas.
• Inspect the property regularly and report safety hazards or needed repairs.
• Keep accurate records of work orders, parts, and supplies.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate courteously with residents, team members, and vendors.
• Support other maintenance projects as assigned by property leadership.

What You Bring

• Experience in apartment, residential, or building maintenance (preferred).
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, appliance repair, and painting.
• Ability to troubleshoot and fix problems independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and good time management.
• EPA 608 certification or CPO certification is a plus.
• Own basic hand tools (preferred).

Physical Requirements

The essential functions of this role include the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders and stairs, and bend, kneel, and reach to complete repairs.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay and benefits
• A supportive, close-knit local team that has your back and values your work.
• The chance to take pride in caring for a community and the residents who call it home.

Guardian is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment offers may be contingent on a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable law.