Maintenance Technician - Marquis Lakeline Station

CWS Apartment Homes; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% apartment rental discount for on‑s

20% rental discount for all other

Multiple medical, dental, and vision"

Company-paid life and disability, 401k

Job summary

CWS Apartment Homes is seeking a Maintenance Technician to enhance community integrity while delivering exceptional customer service. The role involves safety-conscious maintenance across residential properties and strong interaction with residents, guests, and team members.

You will perform make-ready tasks, service requests, HVAC/plumbing/electrical work, and participate in safety and risk management programs. Opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Minimum 1 year experience in apartment maintenance or a trade with basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, painting and HVAC (preferred).
• Applicable certifications including but not limited to EPA, HVAC I & II, and CPO (required).
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance (required).
• Able to read service requests, schedules, and converse with team members, residents, and vendors in English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to adhere to set and variable work schedules, including weekends and emergencies as required.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Able to maintain a professional and ethical atmosphere.
• Able to perform work responsibilities at locations other than “home” property.
• Able to travel within major metropolitan areas and may be required to attend company functions in other cities.
• Able to respond to emergency calls outside of normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare make-ready apartments.
• Complete service requests.
• Perform common area maintenance.
• Maintain inventory and shop organization.
• Participate in preventative maintenance program.
• Participate in resident satisfaction programs.
• Communicate with customers, residents, investors, vendors, leadership, and CWS team members.
• Participate in the CWS Risk Management and Safety Programs.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

HVAC

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA I & II, HVAC 1 & 2, and CPO certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

What You Will Do

At CWS, the Maintenance Technician’s primary responsibility is to enhance the integrity of the community, while maintaining exceptional customer service. This role is essential in keeping our community operating smoothly and according to safety standards. Expect a great amount of interaction with customers, residents and guests, therefore maintaining a high level of customer service is imperative to the success of this position.

• CWS Values: You will embrace our core values and set an example to the team by demonstrating these values on a daily basis.
• Make safety a top priority Ensure that the health, well-being, and safety of our team members, residents, contractors, and yourself is foremost in mind in conducting any and all business activities.

What Your Day Consists Of

• Prepare make-ready apartments
• Complete service requests
• Perform common area maintenance
• Maintain inventory and shop organization
• Participate in preventative maintenance program
• Participate in resident satisfaction programs
• Communicate with customers, residents, investors, vendors, leadership, and CWS team members
• Participate in the CWS Risk Management and Safety Programs

What You Bring To Us

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Minimum 1 year previous experience in apartment maintenance or a trade that requires basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, painting and HVAC (preferred)
• Applicable certifications including but not limited to EPA, HVAC I & II, and CPO (required)
• Possess a valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance (required)
• Own basic set of hand tools (required)
• Able to read service requests, schedules, and regularly converse with team members, residents, and vendors in English
• Basic computer skills
• Able to adhere to set and variable work schedules, including weekends and emergencies as required
• Able to adhere to company policies, procedures, and practices
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Able to maintain a professional and ethical atmosphere
• Able to perform work responsibilities at locations other than “home” property
• Able to travel within major metropolitan areas and may be required to attend company functions in other cities
• Able to respond to emergency calls outside of normal business hours

Benefits

• Benefits include a 50% apartment rental discount for onsite team members and a 20% rental discount for all other employees.
• We offer multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Additional benefits include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending and health savings account options, and our Fitness Bucks program, which helps cover fitness-related activities, equipment, and wellness purchases.
• You’ll enjoy paid time off, company holidays, a floating holiday, and a birthday holiday—because we believe in taking care of our team both at work and at home.

Work Environment

Work is performed throughout residential apartment communities, including occupied units, vacant apartments, exterior grounds, and maintenance areas. Position regularly involves exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, power tools, and moving mechanical equipment.

Physical Requirements

Requires frequent physical activity including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and working in confined or elevated spaces. Regularly lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls tools, appliances, equipment, and supplies up to 50 pounds. Position involves exposure to varying weather conditions, maintenance equipment, chemicals, and other environmental conditions associated with property maintenance operations.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.