Property Maintenance Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Columbia; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Columbia is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a luxury multifamily property in West Columbia, SC. You will perform a range of routine and preventive maintenance tasks to keep 300 units and common areas in top condition, while providing dependable, professional service to residents and team members.

The ideal candidate has property maintenance experience in multifamily housing, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a clean, professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Prior property maintenance experience in multifamily housing or related field.
• HVAC or Pool Certification preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance skills.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Professional demeanor, neat appearance, and strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders promptly and professionally.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on apartments, buildings, and common areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of breezeways, grounds, and exterior areas.
• Troubleshoot and repair minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliance issues.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, ensuring all items meet property standards.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance such as pool upkeep, landscaping, and snow removal as applicable.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies on a rotating on-call schedule.
• Maintain professional communication and courteous interactions with residents and team members.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, property standards, and management procedures.

Skills

Property maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication skills

Time management

Reliability

Attention to detail

Multifamily housing experience

Driver's license

Education

HVAC Certification

CPO Certification

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianLocation: West Columbia, SCCompensation: $23/hour (Full-Time)Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (On-call rotation required)

About the Property

Join the team at our high-end apartment community, featuring 300 luxury units across 20 buildings. We take pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and beautiful environment for our residents, and were seeking a professional, skilled, and dependable Maintenance Technician to help us continue that standard of excellence.

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the property remains in top condition. The ideal candidate is experienced in multifamily property maintenance, presents a clean, professional appearance, and demonstrates a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete assigned work orders promptly and professionally (approx. 30 open at any given time).


• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on apartments, buildings, and common areas.


• Maintain cleanliness of breezeways, grounds, and other exterior areas.


• Troubleshoot and repair minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliance issues.


• Prepare vacant units for new residents, ensuring all items meet property standards.


• Assist with seasonal maintenance such as pool upkeep, landscaping, and snow removal as applicable.


• Respond to after-hours emergencies on a rotating on-call schedule.


• Maintain professional communication and courteous interactions with residents and team members.


• Ensure compliance with safety policies, property standards, and management procedures.

Qualifications

• Required: Prior property maintenance experience in multifamily housing or related field.


• Preferred: Valid HVAC or Pool Certification (CPO).


• Strong troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance skills.


• Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.


• Professional demeanor, neat appearance, and strong communication skills.


• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation required.

Background & Screening

• Drug Screen (DS): Required


• Background Check (BG): Required subject to management adjudication standards