Property Maintenance Tech — HVAC, Repairs & Grounds

Essex-Property-Trust; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid parental leave

401k employer match

Excellence rewards

Wellness programs

12 paid holidays

15 PTO days

Housing discount 20%

Job summary

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance across building systems, units, and common areas at a Los Angeles-area community. You will handle repairs, unit turns, inspections, and safety compliance to ensure high-quality living environments.

The role requires 2+ years in property management or related experience, with HVAC/CPO license preferred. On-call availability, heavy lifting, and on-site work are expected, as are strong English

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of property management or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair.
• Familiarity with safety hazards as they apply to residential housing.
• Ability to use a personal smart device for property apps.
• Microsoft Office suite proficiency.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliances.
• Repair and maintain interior and exterior features of the property, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures.
• Respond to maintenance requests from residents, ensuring timely and efficient resolution of issues.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged items.
• Ensure that all units meet the community’s standards for cleanliness and functionality before new residents move in.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, including common areas, equipment, and building systems, to identify maintenance needs.
• Implement and follow a preventive maintenance schedule to reduce the likelihood of equipment failure or costly repairs.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, such as plumbing leaks, electrical outages, or HVAC failures.
• Be available for on-call duty as required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations, building codes and report any safety hazards or compliance issues to the Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager or General Operations Manager.
• Maintain an adequate supply of tools, equipment, materials necessary for daily operations and assist in keeping the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
• Complete work orders and other required documentation in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining SightPlan or tracker records of maintenance work, inspections, and repairs.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Appliance repair

Time management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance across building systems, units, and common areas at a Los Angeles-area community. You will handle repairs, unit turns, inspections, and safety compliance to ensure high-quality living environments.

The role requires 2+ years in property management or related experience, with HVAC/CPO license preferred. On-call availability, heavy lifting, and on-site work are expected, as are strong English