Maintenance Technician – Cincinnati, OH – $25–$34/hr + Quarterly Bonus

SFR3 Fund; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Gas reimbursement

Vehicle reimbursement

PTO

Health/Dental coverage

401K

Job summary

American Avenue Property Management (AA) is hiring a Residential Handyperson (Property Engineer) to inspect, repair, and maintain homes across the metro. You’ll proactively address issues, provide excellent service to residents, and document property conditions using handheld devices.

The role requires multi-trade skills including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work, with advanced plumbing/HVAC certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• General maintenance and repairs across Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical work.
• Advanced plumbing and HVAC skills; certifications preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; reside within reasonable proximity.
• Strong communication with residents and team; problem-solving abilities.
• Comfort with handheld devices for work orders and updates.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs in homes (Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical).
• Travel between properties within the metro daily.
• Conduct property inspections and secure homes; handle turnover and vacancy checks.
• Address minor pre-renovation repairs and utility inspections; troubleshoot issues.
• Manage move-in/out meetings and document property conditions.
• Utilize handheld tech to document work orders and updates.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

Electrical

Problem-solving

Tech-savvy

Communication

Tools

Tools ownership

Vehicle required

Job description

American Avenue Property Management (AA) is a boutique real estate fund specializing in the management of affordable, single-family rentals across the U.S. Our mission is to provide residents with the best rental experience by leveraging innovative, software-driven operations to manage and improve homes in dozens of markets simultaneously. We pride ourselves on creating safe, comfortable, and quality living environments for our residents.

As a Residential Handyperson, we call Property Engineer’s (PE), you’ll be the face of AA, representing our values and commitment to residents and the community. We’re looking for skilled, reliable, and proactive individuals who take pride in their work, uphold high standards, and are ready to make a real impact on our residents' lives.

Role Overview

As a PE, you’ll play a key role in ensuring tenant satisfaction by inspecting, repairing, and maintaining homes. You’ll proactively identify and address issues, setting the standard for our relationship with tenants through excellent service and communication.

• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical work.
• Travel from home to home within your metro daily
• Conduct property inspections, secure homes, and complete vacancy/wellness checks.
• Handle minor pre-renovation repairs, utility inspections, and basic troubleshooting.
• Manage move-in/out meetings and property turnovers.
• Maintain and document property conditions using handheld technology (e.g., iPad, iPhone).

Key Qualities For Success

• Trustworthy: Be the friendly, reliable point of contact for residents, neighbors, and code enforcement. By providing transparency and dependability, you’ll help create a positive, trust-based relationship with our tenants.
• Ownership: Take full responsibility for work orders (WO), setting realistic expectations, communicating timelines, and following through to resolution.
• Clear Communication: Keep residents informed every step of the way, ensuring they know the next steps and expected completion dates.

Qualifications

• Multi-Trade Knowledge: Proficient in carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and property turns.
• Must be advanced in plumbing and HVAC (certifications highly preferred)
• Customer-Focused: Strong communication skills for positive resident and team interactions.
• Tools and Transportation: Must own tools and have a truck or van.
• Licensing & Location: Valid driver’s license required; reside within reasonable proximity.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using handheld devices for work orders and updates.
• Code Knowledge: Familiar with building codes, EPA, and OSHA regulations.
• Professionalism: Maintains a reliable, professional appearance.

Perks and Benefits

• COMPENSATION - Industry leading hourly rate!
• BONUS - Best in class bonus incentives quarterly tied to performance
• GUARANTEED HOURS - We guarantee at least 40 hours of work, or we will make up the difference.
• GAS/VEHICLE REIMBURSEMENT - We reimburse you for both gas and vehicle. In total 70 cents per mile
• OTHER PERKS - PTO, Fully Covered Health/Dental, 401K , plus much more. We are hand-picking a very small team of the best
• GROWTH - American Avenue is rapidly growing. Our mission is to create the best in class maintenance team in the country! Growth opportunities for performers is unmatched. You will be given a promotion ladder and can be promoted upon performance milestone completions.
• TOOL REIMBURSEMENT policy
• STREAMLINED TECHNOLOGY - we will make your life simple with tech that will help route, assign, and manage your workflow.

This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about creating safe, comfortable homes and are looking for a role with autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to make a positive impact. Join us to help shape the reputation and success of American Avenue