Maintenance Technician - Residential High-rise

FirstService Residential; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full comprehensive benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401k with company match

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the daily maintenance and operation of a luxury high-rise residential condominium in downtown Pittsburgh. You will work with an experienced maintenance team to keep HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems safe and efficient for residents and ownership.

Responsibilities include responding to service requests, performing preventative maintenance, inspecting common areas, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance, or property maintenance.
• Experience in apartment communities, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, universities, hotels, or high‑rise properties preferred.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and building repairs.
• Able to troubleshoot building systems effectively.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and email systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement work on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and mechanical equipment.
• Respond to resident service requests and work orders, estimate repair time, document completed work.
• Perform preventative maintenance on building systems per schedule.
• Inspect amenities and common areas for maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Troubleshoot building systems and respond quickly to operational issues.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors performing repairs or maintenance.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure work complies with company policies and safety procedures.
• Provide professional and responsive service to residents and colleagues.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Electrical systems

Carpentry

General building repairs

Troubleshoot building systems

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll be responsible for supporting the daily maintenance and operation of a luxury high-rise residential condominium in downtown Pittsburgh. Working alongside an experienced maintenance team and reporting to the Community General Manager, this role ensures the building’s HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and overall physical plant operate safely and efficiently.

This position is ideal for maintenance professionals with experience in residential apartments, commercial high-rise buildings, healthcare facilities, university facilities, hospitality properties, or other large institutional environments who are looking to apply their skills in a well‑maintained luxury residential community. The Maintenance Mechanic performs repairs, responds to work orders, supports preventative maintenance programs, and helps maintain the high service standards expected by residents and ownership.

Schedule is staggered as described below:

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with alternating days off changing each month; 4 weeks Tuesdays – Saturdays (days off Sunday and Monday) 4 weeks Sundays – Thursdays (days off Friday and Saturday)

Your Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement work involving HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical components, carpentry, painting, and mechanical equipment
• Respond to resident service requests and work orders, estimate repair time, and document completed work in the work order system
• Perform preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment according to established schedules
• Inspect building amenities and common areas to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns
• Troubleshoot building systems and respond quickly to operational issues affecting the property
• Coordinate with and monitor service vendors and contractors performing building repairs or maintenance
• Maintain appropriate inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company policies and safety procedures
• Provide professional and responsive customer service to residents and colleagues

Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3 – 5 years of experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance, or property maintenance
• Experience working in apartment communities, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, universities, hotels, or high‑rise properties strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing systems, electrical systems, carpentry, and general building repairs
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and building systems effectively
• Strong communication skills and commitment to customer service
• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and email systems

Preferred (not required)

• Pittsburgh Stationary Power Engineer License
• Journeyman Plumbing License or other technical trade certification

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 25 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day. Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate both on the phone and in person with our clients in order to resolve issues and manage the business.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
• Must be mobile enough to move around both the office in order to make copies, send mail and faxes and to walk around the property. This could include lengthy walks on uneven areas.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other associates.
• Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
• This position may alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.
• Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.
• Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employees must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.
• Must be able to work effectively and cheerfully in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties.

The work environment characteristics are normal office conditions for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hours over and above normal office hours will occur, including evenings, holidays, and some weekends. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.

Compensation

$29-$34 per hour

What We Offer

• As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, and others.
• In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match.
• Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all‑inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.