Maintenance Technician- Omaha, NE

Burlington Capital Properties; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Burlington Capital Properties is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Capitol Hill Apartments in Omaha, NE. The role maintains apartments, common areas, buildings, and grounds to provide a safe, clean living environment for residents.

The position requires hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem-solving, and a commitment to resident satisfaction. Schedule is full-time, Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with on-call rotation for emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years maintenance experience or related field.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, appliance repair, and general building maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Able to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Basic English proficiency; communicate with residents and team.
• Strong customer service and professional interaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior repairs and maintenance to apartments, common areas, buildings, and grounds.
• Complete service requests and prepare vacant apartments for move-in according to procedures.
• Communicate with supervisor regarding service requests and make-readies.
• Inspect work by outside contractors for quality and standards.
• Maintain exterior appearance and curb appeal.
• Inspect common areas for cleanliness, safety, and functioning equipment.
• Follow health and safety codes and standards.
• Assist with resident functions and other property needs as requested.
• Participate in on-call rotation for evenings/weekends emergencies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Communication

Customer service

English basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Capitol Hill Apartments | Omaha, NE

Burlington Capital Properties is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Capitol Hill Apartments, a student housing community located near Creighton University.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the property's apartments, common areas, buildings, and grounds to provide a safe, clean, and well-maintained living environment for residents. The successful candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality work and resident satisfaction.

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | On-call rotation for evening and weekend emergency maintenance

The Successful Maintenance Technician Will:

• Perform interior and exterior repairs and maintenance to apartments, common areas, buildings, and grounds.
• Complete service requests and prepare vacant apartments for move-in according to established procedures and timelines.
• Communicate regularly with the supervisor regarding service requests, apartment make-readies, and ongoing maintenance needs.
• Inspect work completed by outside contractors to ensure quality and compliance with established standards.
• Perform exterior maintenance and inspections to maintain the property's appearance and curb appeal.
• Regularly inspect common areas to ensure cleanliness, safety, and proper functioning of equipment and facilities.
• Follow applicable federal, state, and local health and safety codes, laws, and standards.
• Assist with resident functions and other property needs as requested by management.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to respond to emergency maintenance needs during evenings and weekends.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of maintenance experience or experience in a related field required.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, appliance repair, and general building maintenance required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record required.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic English proficiency and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, coworkers, vendors, and the general public.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with residents, employees, vendors, and visitors.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required post-offer drug testing and applicable background screenings, which may include civil, criminal, and motor vehicle record checks.

Burlington Capital Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Please be advised that company policies prohibit exposed tattoos, facial piercings or jewelry other than earrings, and unnatural or distracting hair colors (such as blue, green, or pink). Exceptions to this policy must be requested in writing.

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