Onsite Property Maintenance Tech - HVAC/Plumbing Expert

Essex Property Trust, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Housing discount

Wellness programs

Job summary

Essex Property Trust, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance across multiple properties.

You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical tasks and appliance repairs, ensuring units and common areas meet high standards of cleanliness and functionality. Responsibilities include preparing vacant units, inspecting property conditions, and responding to resident requests with timely, safe, and compliant service.

Qualifications

• HVAC, electrical, plumbing and appliance repair skills required.
• CPO license preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and property management software.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances).
• Repair and maintain doors, windows, walls, flooring, fixtures.
• Respond to resident work orders with timely resolution.
• Prepare vacant units: paint, clean, repair or replace items.
• Ensure units meet cleanliness and functionality standards.
• Inspect property and systems to identify maintenance needs.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules to prevent failures.
• Respond to emergency maintenance; on-call evenings/weekends/holidays.
• Work safely and report hazards to supervisors.
• Maintain tools, materials, and organized shop; complete work orders accurately.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Appliance repair

CPO license

English proficiency

Property management software

Microsoft Office

Tools

Smart device apps

Job description

Essex Property Trust, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance across multiple properties.

You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical tasks and appliance repairs, ensuring units and common areas meet high standards of cleanliness and functionality. Responsibilities include preparing vacant units, inspecting property conditions, and responding to resident requests with timely, safe, and compliant service.