Resident-Centric Maintenance Technician

Camden Property Trust; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Camden Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician to handle maintenance service requests across our community. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and pride in completing tasks such as make-readies, groundskeeping, pool maintenance, and preventative work.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or trade certification, and relevant certifications like EPA Type I/II.

Qualifications

• Six months of maintenance experience, preferably in the apartment industry.
• High School Diploma preferred; certification from an accredited trade school highly desired.
• EPA Type I, Type II or Universal certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrate knowledge of technical skills as it relates to apartment maintenance.
• Handle tile work, carpentry repairs and all facets of the make ready process.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical and all other systems at the community.
• Must have dependable transportation to/from work and be able to accommodate a rotating on-call schedule.
• A valid driver’s license is required for employees who work at communities utilizing Low Speed Vehicles.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and complete service requests in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with the maintenance supervisor and team to prioritize tasks throughout the day.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents, guests, and vendors.
• Identify any issues regarding safety, hazardous conditions or maintenance needs in the community and correct them or report them to the maintenance supervisor.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment within the community.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in, including completing any necessary repairs or replacements.
• Ensure upkeep of community appearance by replacing lightbulbs, removing trash and litter, painting and performing repairs.
• Accurately complete records in Onesite regarding service requests, preventative maintenance, and make-ready of vacant apartments.
• Perform electrical and plumbing work as required.
• Assist with groundskeeping, pool maintenance, housekeeping, distribution of notices, apartment inspections, and other tasks as needed.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Tile work

Carpentry repairs

HVAC troubleshooting

Plumbing troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Driver's license

On-call schedule

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma preferred; trade school certification desired

EPA Type I/II or Universal certification

Job description

Camden Property Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician to handle maintenance service requests across our community. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and pride in completing tasks such as make-readies, groundskeeping, pool maintenance, and preventative work.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of maintenance experience, a high school diploma or trade certification, and relevant certifications like EPA Type I/II.