Maintenance Technician - Crest at Park Central

Greatjob; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Wellbeing program

Paid holidays

Annual vacation time

Paid sick leave

Rent discounts

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Overtime pay & incentives

Job summary

Equity Residential is seeking a skilled maintenance professional in Dallas, TX to promptly address resident service requests and perform hands-on maintenance work. You will handle plumbing, electrical tasks and prepare market-ready apartments while keeping the grounds well maintained.

The role requires attention to safety, knowledge of housing laws, and a valid driver’s license. English communication is essential and weekend/on-call shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state apartment housing laws.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Promptly addressing resident service requests.
• Performing hands-on maintenance tasks including plumbing and electrical work.
• Preparing market-ready apartments and maintaining grounds.
• Conducting regular community inspections for repairs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

At Equity Residential, we're dedicated to creating thriving communities, and we invite you to be part of our team. Embracing values like Diversity, Sustainability, and Total Wellbeing, we foster a workplace culture of authenticity and collaboration.

How We Deliver A Winning Performance:

• Question AuthorityWalk the TalkShare KnowledgeListen, Not Just HearSee the Glass Half FullTake Educated RisksEnjoy the RideShare the SpotlightDo the Right ThingTest Your Limits

We Care About Your Total Wellbeing:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision careSocial Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefitsFinancial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, Competitive CompensationCommunity Wellbeing: Paid Community Service HoursCareer Wellbeing: Leadership DevelopmentLearn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Promptly addressing resident service requests
• Performing hands‑on maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, and more
• Preparing market‑ready apartments and maintaining community grounds
• Conducting regular community inspections to identify necessary repairs or replacements

What You'll Need To Thrive:

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC equipment (if applicable), and perform interior repairs and painting preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of federal and state apartment housing laws
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation is required if the employee will operate a motorized vehicle (e.g., car, golf cart) during their workday and/or as part of their role.
• Computer literacy and effective communication skills; Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in English for all work‑related purposes.
• Must be able to work any assigned shift, including weekends. Shifts may change according to business needs.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies after normal business hours and on weekends when assigned on‑call responsibilities.
• A telephone number where you can be reached after‑hours must be provided to your manager.
• Ability to perform numerous physical activities that require considerable use of your hands, arms and legs and moving your whole body, including prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, sweeping, stooping, kneeling, shoveling, crouching, lifting and handling of materials.
• Frequent lifting, grasping and carrying materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Service team employees, with limited exceptions, are required to use their own smartphone to perform certain aspects of their job. The device must have updated software and must be password‑protected and compliant with in‑house security systems and operations software.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Trade school certification/diplomaEPA Section 608 Type I, Type II or Universal certification
• Residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail experience

Salary: $22.73 - $27.78/hour The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, and qualifications.Employees are eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives.A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation is required if the employee will operate a motorized vehicle (e.g. car, golf cart, etc.) during their workday and/or as part of their role.