Maintenance Technician - Cottages at Abbott Station

Avanti Residential; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for after-hours duties

Annual/quarterly bonuses

Up to 40% apartment discount

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Avanti Residential in New York is seeking a Service Technician for the 176-unit Cottages at Abbott Station community. You’ll prepare units for move-ins, handle electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other work orders, and respond to after-hours emergencies to keep the property in excellent condition.

We value strong customer service, clear communication, and reliable on-site maintenance. OSHA/EPA/CPO licenses are preferred; 1+ year experience and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant maintenance experience required.
• OSHA, EPA, and CPO licenses preferred.
• Written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of facilities management and mechanical equipment.
• Pass criminal background screening prior to employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and up-to-date vehicle insurance is required.
• Wonderlic pre-employment assessment will be required if screened.

Responsibilities

• Prepare units for move-ins with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and painting repairs.
• Complete work orders within 24 hours and report emergencies promptly.
• Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-call responsibilities.
• Complete grounds work and light landscaping when possible.
• Manage snow removal, hurricane prep, and related cleanup as needed.
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills and professional communication with residents and vendors.

Skills

Facilities management

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Community Name: Cottages at Abbott Station Unit Count: 176 Schedule: Monday - Friday. On-call required. Are you interested in a career where customers, colleagues, and community service are the cornerstones of your work? Would you like to work with a company that celebrates victories both big and small and welcomes ideas from all levels of our team? If so, join us here at Avanti Residential! Our moto is Sempre Avanti, meaning “Always Forward”/ “Always Welcome.” We are “people people” through our mission and core values. We enhance our communities with our work, see all members of our team as leaders, and live La Bella Vita (The Beautiful Life). With endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, the sky’s the limit when advancing your career and being the best you can be. There is a place for you at Avanti Residential. Join us today! The Service Technician is responsible for keeping the appearance and operations of the property in excellent condition, both inside and out. Daily responsibilities include making ready units for new move-ins, performing work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs, unit inspections, updating logs as needed, and exterior maintenance. This role will respond to after-hours emergencies (on-call) as well.

What You’ll Do…

• Prepare units for move-ins with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and painting repairs.
• Complete work orders within 24 hours as directed by the Community Manager and/or Service Manager and report any emergency work orders in a timely manner.
• Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-call responsibilities.
• Complete grounds pick up, sweeping, and light landscaping such as mulch and sprinkler head replacements when possible.
• Manage Snow removal (CO, KS, UT) or Hurricane Preparation and Clean up (FL).
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills and maintains clear, professional communication with residents, vendors and team members

Requirements

What You Need to Succeed…

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant experience required.
• OSHA, EPA, and CPO license/certifications preferred.
• Written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of facilities management and mechanical equipment.
• Pass criminal background screening prior to employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and up-to-date vehicle insurance is required.
• If minimum qualifications are met during resume screening the Wonderlic pre-employment assessment is required. The assessment will arrive in the email inbox that you provided.

What We Do For You…

• Premium pay available for required duties completed outside regular operating hours based on business needs and after-hours coverage.
• Based on position, annual or quarterly bonuses are awarded based on performance and KPIs.
• Up to 40% apartment discount.
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
• A generous PTO policy.
• Health and wellness benefits include Medical/HSA/FSA/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD and many other benefits to meet your specific needs.
• 4% company match for your 401k.
• Avanti Shares equivalent program for hourly employees where a portion of the company’s transactional profits are awarded to you. The longer you stay, the higher your return.
• Avanti Cares Program that helps employees in financial need.
• Tenure-based Anniversary Recess.
• Avanti Advisors Program to help new hires with onboarding.

This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Avanti Residential is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in its workplace; applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.