Residential Property Maintenance Technician

OneSource; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employer medical contribution

On-site apartment

Job summary

OneSource Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Property Maintenance Technician for a residential apartment community in the Scranton/Olyphant area. The role involves general building maintenance, repairs, preventive tasks, and coordinating with outside contractors to keep residents safe and comfortable.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot issues, service plumbing and electrical systems, perform apartment turnovers, and respond to maintenance requests promptly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in apartment maintenance, residential property maintenance, building maintenance, or a related trade preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, and general building systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and complete a variety of hands‑on maintenance tasks.
• Experience preparing apartments for new residents is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with management and residents.
• Dependable, professional, and committed to maintaining a safe and attractive residential community.
• Willingness to respond to emergency maintenance requests outside normal working hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, and other property‑related systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot maintenance issues, completing repairs efficiently and safely.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize equipment failures and unexpected repairs.
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident maintenance requests and work orders.
• Maintain common areas, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, elevators, and building entrances.
• Assist with grounds maintenance, sidewalks, parking areas, and exterior property upkeep.
• Complete apartment turnovers, including minor repairs, painting, cleaning, and preparing vacant units for incoming residents.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs, painting, flooring, and other services when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance requests, completed repairs, inspections, and daily activities.
• Monitor inventory of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Work closely with property management to ensure maintenance priorities are addressed.
• Respond to after‑hours emergency maintenance situations when necessary.
• Follow established safety procedures and property maintenance standards.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Time management

Electrical/plumbing

Apartment turnovers

Job description

Property Maintenance Technician – Apartment Community

Location: Scranton / Olyphant, PA Area

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Residential Property Management / Apartment Maintenance

Great Opportunity – Excellent Benefits + Potential Complimentary On-Site Apartment!

OneSource Staffing Solutions is recruiting an experienced, dependable, and hands‑on Property Maintenance Technician for an established residential apartment community in the Scranton/Olyphant area.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in maintaining a property, and has experience with general building maintenance, repairs, and apartment turnovers.

An exceptional benefit of this opportunity is the potential availability of a complimentary on‑site apartment for the selected candidate. Housing availability and eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Ask your recruiter for additional details!

Position Overview

The Property Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the overall upkeep, maintenance, and repair of a residential apartment community. The ideal candidate will have a strong general maintenance background, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to respond professionally to resident maintenance requests.

This position reports directly to the Property Manager and plays an important role in providing residents with a safe, comfortable, and well‑maintained living environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, and other property‑related systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot maintenance issues, completing repairs efficiently and safely.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize equipment failures and unexpected repairs.
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident maintenance requests and work orders.
• Maintain common areas, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, elevators, and building entrances.
• Assist with grounds maintenance, sidewalks, parking areas, and exterior property upkeep.
• Complete apartment turnovers, including minor repairs, painting, cleaning, and preparing vacant units for incoming residents.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs, painting, flooring, and other services when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance requests, completed repairs, inspections, and daily activities.
• Monitor inventory of maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Work closely with property management to ensure maintenance priorities are addressed.
• Respond to after‑hours emergency maintenance situations when necessary.
• Follow established safety procedures and property maintenance standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in apartment maintenance, residential property maintenance, building maintenance, or a related trade preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, and general building systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and complete a variety of hands‑on maintenance tasks.
• Experience preparing apartments for new residents is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with management and residents.
• Dependable, professional, and committed to maintaining a safe and attractive residential community.
• Willingness to respond to emergency maintenance requests outside normal working hours when required.

Compensation and Benefits

We are pleased to offer a competitive employment opportunity with an attractive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Employer financial assistance toward a medical insurance plan.
• Potential complimentary on‑site apartment for the selected candidate — ask for details!
• Stable, full‑time employment with an established residential property management operation.