Maintenance Technician - 626/565

AWI Management Corporation; Desert Hot Springs (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AWI Management Corporation is seeking a dedicated maintenance worker in Desert Hot Springs, CA, to complete maintenance requests and perform various repairs. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle emergency maintenance situations.

The role involves maintaining grounds, assisting with inspections, and ensuring good relationships with residents and vendors. Candidates should possess general building maintenance skills and be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with subsidized housing programs is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner.
• Perform general maintenance tasks including plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Computer literacy

Building maintenance skills

Groundskeeping experience

Job description

Location: Desert Hot Springs, CA

Schedule: Full‑Time | Monday‑Friday | 40 hours per week

Housing: Not provided

Responsibilities

• Completing maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner
• Performing general maintenance tasks including painting, cleaning, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs
• Assisting with preventative maintenance to ensure building systems remain in good working condition
• Maintaining the grounds and landscaping to support strong curb appeal
• Assisting with annual apartment inspections and identifying maintenance needs
• Working with the Property Manager to coordinate vendors and order supplies
• Maintaining positive relationships with residents, vendors, and staff
• Reporting lease or house rule violations when observed
• Responding appropriately to emergency maintenance situations
• Following company policies and procedures

Qualifications & Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact positively with residents, vendors, and team members
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Computer literacy (Outlook, Teams, Work Order Ticketing System)
• Professionalism and strong listening skills
• Experience with subsidized housing programs (HUD, LIHTC, or RD) is helpful
• General building maintenance skills including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting
• General groundskeeping and landscaping experience

Basic Requirements

• Reliable transportation
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Access to a personal smartphone with email, messaging, and app functionality (usage reimbursed)
• Valid driver's license required

Position requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle as an essential function of the job. Employees who use a personal vehicle for work-related travel are reimbursed in accordance with Company policy. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

AWI Management Corp. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.