Residential Maintenance Technician - On-Call & Preventive

Socket.dev; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Plans

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Sick days

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Pet Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Fairstead is hiring a Maintenance Technician to maintain the day-to-day operations and assume responsibility for maintaining the property's physical assets.

Responsibilities include inspecting buildings, performing preventative maintenance, ensuring safety, preparing vacated units, and managing tools and inventory. This onsite role supports affordable housing assets and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Mechanical skills to handle minor repairs and fixtures.
• Knowledge of electricity to diagnose electrical problems and carry out minor repairs.
• General maintenance skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills for effective delivery of information.
• Prior experience as a Service Technician or in a similar role.
• HVAC, CMRP, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift to 70 pounds without assistance.
• Dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and equipment regularly for needed repairs and improvements.
• Perform necessary preventative maintenance and repairs on the property as needed.
• Implement maintenance policies and standards to prevent misuse of property appliances.
• Ensure that properties are safe and avoid any danger to their occupants, visitors, and workers.
• Clean and prepare vacated buildings and rooms for new occupants to move in.
• Check electrical wiring for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Check safety systems and devices for operational effectiveness monthly.
• Participate in the on-call rotation. Respond promptly to emergency maintenance problems that may require attention outside of normal working hours.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

General maintenance

Communication skills

Service Technician experience

HVAC

CMRP certification preferred

Standing for long periods

Lifting 70 lbs

Dexterity and attention to detail

Job description

Fairstead is hiring a Maintenance Technician to maintain the day-to-day operations and assume responsibility for maintaining the property's physical assets.

Responsibilities include inspecting buildings, performing preventative maintenance, ensuring safety, preparing vacated units, and managing tools and inventory. This onsite role supports affordable housing assets and safety standards.