Maintenance Technician — Flexible Schedule & Remote Options

The Dinerstein Companies; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with employer matching

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

The Dinerstein Companies in Berkeley, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our apartment communities running smoothly. You will handle resident work orders, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with moves and turnovers.

You'll troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, repair lights, fixtures, and appliances, and help with landscaping and cleaning. A valid driver's license and HVAC certification are preferred, with city permits as required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of on-site maintenance experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with building operating systems (trash compactors, pool systems, boilers, ventilation).
• Ability to handle tile, carpentry, and appliance repairs.
• HVAC certification and CPO preferred.
• Must have certifications/permits required by the city or state to perform the job.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Address resident service requests as directed by the Service Manager.
• Document service requests updates, closures, and pending items in the property’s management software.
• Repair or replace in-unit and common area lights, filters, fans, paint, etc., to maintain property appearance.
• Perform in-unit and community-wide preventative maintenance efforts.
• Assist other maintenance team members with ongoing property upkeep efforts, including landscaping, trash removal, and cleaning.
• Identify and correct hazardous property conditions at the direction of the Service Manager.
• Prepare vacant and make-ready apartments for move‑ins.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Plumbing repair

Customer service

Driver's license

Job description

The Dinerstein Companies in Berkeley, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our apartment communities running smoothly. You will handle resident work orders, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with moves and turnovers.

You'll troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, repair lights, fixtures, and appliances, and help with landscaping and cleaning. A valid driver's license and HVAC certification are preferred, with city permits as required.