Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Avanath; Woodland Park (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Avanath is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join our on-site maintenance team. You will perform minor repairs, assist with make-readies, and maintain grounds and common areas while prioritizing tasks to keep our properties in excellent condition for residents.

This role requires attention to safety, ability to work independently or with others, and a proactive approach to maintenance. Grounds experience and knowledge of equipment like pressure washers and snow blowers are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of grounds or porter experience.
• Knowledge of and ability to safely operate property maintenance equipment (e.g., pressure washer, leaf blower, snowblower).
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Good interpersonal skills with polite and courteous demeanor toward staff, prospects, residents, vendors, and all visitors of the property.
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with every interaction and deliver high-quality maintenance service.
• Complete assigned work orders from resident requests and preventative maintenance while diagnosing defects and performing repairs.
• Complete the make-ready process to prepare vacant apartments for leasing and move-ins, including inspections, punch lists, and coordinating vendors.
• Assist in maintaining grounds, common areas, and amenities through cleaning, pressure-washing, and painting as needed.
• Support cost-cutting by fixing rather than replacing parts and by proper material usage; conduct routine property inspections for safety and repair needs.
• Follow procedures for obtaining materials and notifying management about re-ordering needs.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Time management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pressure washer

Leaf blower

Snowblower

Job description

Avanath is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join our on-site maintenance team. You will perform minor repairs, assist with make-readies, and maintain grounds and common areas while prioritizing tasks to keep our properties in excellent condition for residents.

This role requires attention to safety, ability to work independently or with others, and a proactive approach to maintenance. Grounds experience and knowledge of equipment like pressure washers and snow blowers are essential.