Property Maintenance Apprentice | Make-Ready & Grounds

Brighthaven Communities; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Avanath is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join the team and help preserve the property's appearance while delivering high-quality service to residents. You will report to the Community Manager and handle minor repairs, on-time task prioritization, and teamwork with staff to maintain a premier living environment.

The role emphasizes professionalism, effective communication, safety, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting in line with Fair Housing and OSHA

Qualifications

• 2+ years of grounds or porter experience.
• Knowledge of safely operating property maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repairs.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Understanding of safety hazards and proper cleaning solutions.
• Basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with maintenance tasks and resident requests.
• Complete work orders and preventative maintenance per established policies and safety standards.
• Prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and schedule required vendors.
• Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities through cleaning and repairs as needed.
• Help control costs by repairing parts and managing materials efficiently.
• Monitor inventory and inform maintenance supervisor when re-ordering is needed.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Porter experience

Time management

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Pressure washer

Leaf blower

Snowblower

Job description

Avanath is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join the team and help preserve the property's appearance while delivering high-quality service to residents. You will report to the Community Manager and handle minor repairs, on-time task prioritization, and teamwork with staff to maintain a premier living environment.

The role emphasizes professionalism, effective communication, safety, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting in line with Fair Housing and OSHA