Maintenance Technician - Preserve at Mesa Creek

Avanti-Residentia; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% apartment discount

4% 401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Avanti Residential is seeking a dedicated Service Technician to maintain the appearance and operations of Preserve at Mesa Creek. Responsibilities include preparing units for move-ins, completing work orders, and responding to after-hours emergencies.

The role requires basic maintenance skills across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general property care, plus a clean driving record and willingness to participate in on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Written, verbal, and oral communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of facilities management and mechanical equipment is preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and up-to-date vehicle insurance is required.
• Experience in maintenance or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare units for move-ins with necessary repairs (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting).
• Address safety concerns promptly and report them to supervisors.
• Complete work orders within 24 hours and report emergencies promptly.
• Provide 24-hour emergency maintenance and participate in on-call rotation.
• Perform grounds maintenance when possible.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilities management

Mechanical equipment knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Community Name: Preserve at Mesa Creek

Unit Count:286

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Schedule:Monday - Friday. On-Call Rotation Required.

Are you interested in a career where customers, colleagues, and community service are the cornerstones of your work? Would you like to work with a company that celebrates victories both big and small and welcomes ideas from all levels of our team? If so, join us here at Avanti Residential! Our moto is Sempre Avanti, meaning “Always Forward”/ “Always Welcome.” We are “people people” through our mission and core values. We enhance our communities with our work, see all members of our team as leaders, and live La Bella Vita (The Beautiful Life). With endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, the sky’s the limit when advancing your career and being the best you can be. There is a place for you at Avanti Residential. Join us today!

Wonderlic Assessment:

In the early stages of our hiring process after an application is submitted, a pre-employment assessment called Wonderlic is sent to all qualified candidates. This 45-minute assessment is a required step in our selection process to help us better understand fit for the position by defining strengths, motivational fit and work style. Please note that candidates who receive the assessment must complete it to proceed to the next steps in the hiring process.

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The Service Technician is responsible for keeping the appearance and operations of the property in excellent condition, both inside and out. Daily responsibilities include making ready units for new move-ins, performing work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs, unit inspections, updating logs as needed, and exterior maintenance. This role will respond to after-hours emergencies (on-call) as well.

What You’ll Do…

• Prepare units for move-ins with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and painting repairs.
• Aware of the condition of the property at all times and take immediate steps to correct unsafe conditions, including reporting any safety concerns to the Service Manager and or Community Manager immediately.
• Complete work orders within 24 hours as directed by the Community Manager and/or Service Manager and report any emergency work orders in a timely manner.
• Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-call responsibilities.
• Complete grounds pick up, sweeping, and light landscaping such as mulch and sprinkler head replacements when possible.

Requirements

What You Need to Succeed…

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant experience required.
• EPA Type II or Universal Certification preferred
• CAMT certification preferred but not required
• CPO certification preferred for properties where applicable based on local regulations and property-specific operational requirements.
• Written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of facilities management and mechanical equipment.
• Pass criminal background screening prior to employment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and up-to-date vehicle insurance is required.
• If minimum qualifications are met during resume screening the Wonderlic pre-employment assessment is required. The assessment will arrive in the email inbox that you provided.

What We Do for You…

• Premium pay available for required duties completed outside regular operating hours based on business needs and after-hours coverage.
• Based on position, annual or quarterly bonuses are awarded based on performance and KPIs.
• Up to 40% apartment discount.
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
• A generous PTO policy.
• Health and wellness benefits include Medical/HSA/FSA/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD and many other benefits to meet your specific needs.
• 4% company match for your 401k.
• Avanti Shares equivalent program for hourly employees where a portion of the company’s transactional profits are awarded to you. The longer you stay, the higher your return.
• Avanti Cares Program that helps employees in financial need.
• Tenure-based Anniversary Recess.
• Avanti Advisors Program to help new hires with onboarding.

This job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.

Avanti Residential is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in its workplace; applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.