Residential Maintenance Tech - On-Call, Growth & Wellbeing

Equity Residential; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

9 paid holidays

Annual vacation

Paid sick leave

Rent discounts

Leadership development

Paid Community Service Hours

Job summary

Equity Residential is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to address resident service requests and perform trades such as plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC to keep our communities in top condition.

Responsibilities include preparing market-ready apartments, maintaining grounds, and conducting inspections; you may act as Service Manager in their absence. A HS diploma, valid license, and English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in plumbing, electrical, appliances, and HVAC.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of federal and state apartment housing laws.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends.
• EPA 608 Type I and II or Universal certification within 90 days of hire.
• Respond to emergencies after hours; provide a reachable after-hours number.
• Service team employees typically use their own smartphone for certain tasks.

Responsibilities

• Promptly addressing resident service requests.
• Performing hands-on maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, and more.
• Preparing market-ready apartments and maintaining community grounds.
• Conducting regular community inspections to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
• Assuming managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Service Manager.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing

Electrical work

Communication skills

Driver's license

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Equity Residential is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to address resident service requests and perform trades such as plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC to keep our communities in top condition.

Responsibilities include preparing market-ready apartments, maintaining grounds, and conducting inspections; you may act as Service Manager in their absence. A HS diploma, valid license, and English communication are required.