Maintenance Technician - The Gallery

Kids for the Future; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Garrett Companies is seeking a full-time maintenance technician for The Gallery in Aurora, CO. The role pays $25.00 per hour, with a shared bonus, and requires responding to service requests, coordinating with residents and leasing to ensure move-in readiness. The position involves daily site inspections and performing preventive maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks. OSHA safety and customer-focused service are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year working in multifamily maintenance experience required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to listen and understand intents and goals.
• Must provide own tools and a valid driver's license.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to service requests and complete them within 24 hours.
• Communicate effectively with residents to resolve concerns.
• Partner with the leasing team to prepare vacant units for move-in per schedule.
• Conduct daily inspections of community grounds and common areas; address cleanliness, lighting, painting, and minor repairs.
• Assist in routine preventive maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems.
• Support the Service Manager with audits and inspections for city, fire, and safety reviews.
• Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment.
• Participate in after-hours emergency maintenance rotation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Team coordination

On-site maintenance

Safety compliance

On-call availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Own basic tools

Job description

The Garrett Companies Career Opportunities

Show Map

• Base Pay $25.00 - $25.00 / Hour


• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Description

Pay:$25.00 per hour plus a shared bonus!

Location: The Gallery - Aurora, CO

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to all service requests and complete them within 24 hours, prioritizing quality and resident satisfaction.


• Communicate effectively and professionally with residents to ensure clear understanding and resolution of concerns.


• Partner with the leasing team to ensure all vacant units are ready for move-in per schedule and company standards.


• Conduct daily inspections of community grounds and common areas, addressing cleanliness, lighting, painting, and minor repairs.


• Assist in routine preventive maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems.


• Support the Service Manager with scheduled audits and inspections, ensuring readiness for city, fire, and safety reviews.


• Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment including power washers, blowers, scrubbers, and carpet cleaners.


• Demonstrate basic skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair.


• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.


• Maintain a clean, well-groomed, and professional appearance and wear the required uniform daily.


• Exhibit a proactive and team-oriented approach while maintaining positive relationships with residents, vendors, and teammates.


• Stay current through technical training and hands-on development opportunities.


• Participate in after-hours emergency maintenance rotation and be available for on-call needs.


• Perform pool maintenance and other landscaping or facilities-related tasks as needed.


• Complete special projects or assignments as directed by the Community Manager or Service Manager.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Exercises dynamic leadership potential while being in constant and never-ending improvement and development of yourself.


• High School diploma or GED required.


• Minimum of one (1) year working in multifamily maintenance experience required.


• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to listen and understand intents and goals.


• Professional judgment and discretion that comes from experience in working with customer services, internal teams and vendors.


• CPO certification preferred.


• Must provide own tools.


• Must have a valid driver's license and transportation for local travel of business needs.


• Must pass background check and drug screening

Pre-Qualifications (these are the most important items)

• Able to work in unison with a team.


• Takes full responsibility for actions and works collaboratively to find solutions.


• Coachable.


• Ability to listen and understand intents and goals.


• Relentless problem-solving skills.


• Ability to think 2+ steps ahead and anticipate what comes next.


• We are all broom pushers. Must be willing to work and support at all levels.


• We are trend setters and standards breakers. Our intent is to consistently pursue excellence, must think creatively and innovatively.


• Demonstrates alignment with our Core Values: Excellence, Sense of Duty, Accountability, Teamwork, Courage, Honesty & Integrity, The Golden Rule, and Caring for All People.

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb up to four flights of stairs to access apartments.


• Ability to walk several acres to inspect community.


• Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs. to perform all aspects of the job on a daily basis.


• Possibly operating dangerous equipment.


• Physical work may include moving furniture and equipment, shoveling, raking, lifting, climbing, walking, etc. Must be able to adapt to inclement weather.


• Ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Initial Training and Orientation

• The Garrett Companies two-day onboarding in Indianapolis

Ongoing Training

• The Garrett Companies support membership to professional organizations and continuing education.