Maintenance Technician

Evolving Solution Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

On-site parking

EAP and life insurance

Job summary

WC Smith is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our property team at The Collective. This role focuses on completing maintenance tickets, turnovers, and resident service with a high standard of quality.

You will handle repairs, coordinate with management, and support preventative maintenance while maintaining a professional appearance and strong safety practices. A valid EPA certification and extensive on-site work are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in residential property maintenance.
• EPA Type I, II, or Universal (CFC) certification.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical activities such as bending, climbing, lifting.
• Strong customer service and communication skills when working with residents.

Responsibilities

• Complete apartment turnovers to prepare vacant units for new residents.
• Complete and submit maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain property security by ensuring doors are properly secured.
• Provide courteous, helpful, and professional service while working in occupied apartments.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on equipment and building systems.
• Perform appliance repairs including washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves, ovens, and disposals.
• Notify management of maintenance concerns and repair needs.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Keep workshops and utility rooms clean and organized.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies on a rotating on-call schedule.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Handyman skills

On-call readiness

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Type I/II/Universal certification

Tools

Yardi

Power tools

Job description

WC Smith is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our team at The Collective. This individual is responsible for the successful execution of maintenance tickets and addressing resident maintenance concerns. Our Maintenance Technicians are passionate about providing high-quality service to residents and are critical in maintaining our properties to the highest standard. As a Maintenance Technician, you are excited about working with your hands, love learning how things work, and truly enjoy providing exceptional service to promote resident satisfaction.

The Maintenance Technician Will:

• Complete apartment turnovers to prepare vacant units for new residents.
• Complete and submit maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain property security by ensuring building and apartment doors are properly secured.
• Maintain the required property uniform and uphold a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Provide courteous, helpful, and professional service while working in occupied apartments.
• Assist with preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and building operating systems.
• Perform appliance repairs, including washers, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, microwaves, ovens, and garbage disposals.
• Notify management of maintenance concerns and repair needs throughout the property.
• Assist with maintaining inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Keep workshops, maintenance areas, and utility rooms clean and organized.
• Assist with snow removal as needed.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as part of the rotating on-call schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in residential property maintenance.
• Availability for on-call emergencies on a rotating schedule.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic maintenance and repair, including the tools and equipment used to perform this work.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair tasks in areas such as turnovers, appliances, plumbing, electrical, locks, carpentry, painting, fire alarm panels, landscaping, and plant care.
• Awareness of and ability to operate within OSHA standards.
• Must possess a current EPA Type I, Type II, or Universal (CFC) certification.
• Strong customer service and communication skills when working with residents.
• Basic computer skills; previous Yardi experience is a plus, but not required.
• Previous leadership experience is a plus, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, 8 hours or more per day, and perform physical activities including bending, climbing step ladders and stairs, lifting, carrying, grasping, gripping, turning, reaching above shoulders, pushing, pulling, stooping, squatting, and kneeling.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 or More Hours Per Week):

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Advocate support services
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Ten paid holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Legal insurance options
• Free on-site parking

ABOUT WC SMITH

WC Smith is a leading multidisciplinary real estate company firmly grounded in the District of Columbia. We have provided integrated real estate services to the DC metropolitan area for over 50 years, developing and managing a portfolio in excess of 10,000 units of residential real estate. Founded in 1968, WC Smith has built a reputation as one of the most capable and respected property management and development organizations in the area. What sets WC Smith apart from other firms is our holistic approach to community building. We believe it takes more than attractive housing and office buildings to sustain neighborhoods, and over the past 50 years, we have developed a successful model for creating and maintaining healthy communities. Our projects uniquely combine the city’s long-term vision for growth with our residents’ vision for how a community best serves their needs and desires. We are committed to the viability and sustainability of the neighborhoods we create and to the well-being of the people who live there and inhabit them.We are looking for self-starters and go-getters who demonstrate the resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and relationship-building skills essential to offering the best level of service and communication to clients and team members. Our employees enjoy a friendly work environment in the rapidly developing Capitol Riverfront area, a focus on personal and professional wellness, and opportunities for professional growth. WC Smith is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. If you need assistance or accommodation, you may reach us at careers @wcsmith.com