Property Maintenance Technician — Onsite Growth & Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Housing discount

Job summary

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician at one of its Woodland Hills properties near LAX. You will perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, repair interior and exterior features, and prepare units for new residents.

You'll respond to resident requests, follow safety and codes, maintain tools and records, and participate in on-call rotations and weekend coverage as required. A strong focus on quality living environments and asset preservation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years of property management industry or related experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO license preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands-on experience.
• Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards (i.e., asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing.
• Ability to utilize a personal smart device for apps related to property operations and communication.
• General understanding of the Microsoft Suite, property management software.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English. Proven organizational and time management skills.

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.
• Other duties and tasks may be assigned as needed, in addition to those listed above.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Appliance repair

Communication

English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician at one of its Woodland Hills properties near LAX. You will perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, repair interior and exterior features, and prepare units for new residents.

You'll respond to resident requests, follow safety and codes, maintain tools and records, and participate in on-call rotations and weekend coverage as required. A strong focus on quality living environments and asset preservation.