Residential Maintenance Technician II - On Site & On Call

Essex Property Trust; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k employer match

Paid holidays (12) and PTO (15 days)

Job summary

Essex Property Trust in Foster City, CA, seeks a Maintenance Technician II to uphold property operations and resident experience. You will perform routine maintenance, address work orders, and prep units for new residents, while maintaining common areas and grounds.

The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager and requires on-site work five days a week, with on-call duties and weekend coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in property maintenance, facilities management, or a related field.
• HVAC and/or CPO certification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair with hands-on experience.
• Familiarity with environmental and industrial hazards (e.g., asbestos, lead, mold, radon) as they apply to residential housing.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on essential building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliances.
• Repair and maintain interior and exterior property features such as doors, windows, walls, flooring, and fixtures.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents, ensuring timely and effective resolution of issues.
• Prepare vacant units for incoming residents, including painting, cleaning, and repairing or replacing damaged or worn components.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property, common areas, and building systems to identify and address maintenance needs proactively.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Plumbing skills

English fluency

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Property management software

MS Office

Job description

Essex Property Trust in Foster City, CA, seeks a Maintenance Technician II to uphold property operations and resident experience. You will perform routine maintenance, address work orders, and prep units for new residents, while maintaining common areas and grounds.

The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager and requires on-site work five days a week, with on-call duties and weekend coverage as needed.