Maintenance Technician II (The Knolls Apartments)

WinnCompanies; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

WinnCompanies is looking for a dependable and customer service–oriented Maintenance Technician II to join our team at The Knolls Apartments, a 260-unit LIHTC property in Orange, CA. You will perform maintenance in rental units, common areas, office, grounds and parking lots, handling repair tasks across appliances, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry.

The position offers a pay range of $23.00 to $25.00 per hour, Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with on-call availability after hours for urgent

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential or affordable housing maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC and basic repairs.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing and ability to meet driving record standards.
• Experience with REAC and INSPIRE.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Basic familiarity with computers and tablets.

Responsibilities

• Repair appliances, carpentry, hardware, masonry, painting and basic electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs per procedures.
• Assist in preparing vacant apartments for turn‑ready status per standards.
• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through landscaping and trash management.
• Be available for on‑call activity during off hours for emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

CAMT

Vocational or technical training

Tools

REAC

INSPIRE

Job description

About the Opportunity

WinnCompanies is looking for a dependable and customer service-oriented Maintenance Technician II to join our team at The Knolls Apartments, a 260-unit Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) residential property in Orange, CA.

In this role, you will perform maintenance functions in the community, including rental units, residential common areas, office, grounds, and parking lots.

Please note that the pay range for this position is $23.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Additionally, the selected candidate will typically work: Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This role requires availability for on-call activity during off-hours for urgent needs.

Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs in such areas as, but not limited to, appliances, carpentry, hardware accessories, masonry, painting and basic electrical, plumbing and HVAC.
• Complete assigned service requests and repairs consistent with company operating procedures.
• Assist in preparing vacant apartments for turn ready status in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain grounds and curb appeal through landscaping and trash management activities.
• Be available for on call activity during off hours and emergencies based on a pre-determined schedule and needs.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience preferably in residential or affordable housing maintenance.
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, appliances, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), as well as the ability to perform basic repairs such as patching walls, repairing doorknobs, and other minor maintenance tasks.
• A current driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Prior experience with REAC and INSPIRE.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic familiarity with computers and tablets.
• Availability for on-call activity during off hours for urgent needs.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and personalities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational or technical training
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT).