Residential Property Maintenance Technician II

Essex Property Trust; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid parental leave

401k match

Wellness programs

Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Essex Property Trust seeks a Maintenance Technician II to maintain and repair residential properties in San Diego, CA. You will manage routine tasks, address work orders, and prepare units for new residents while upholding community standards.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and timely communication with residents and management. On-site, five-day workweek with potential on-call duties and weekend coverage; a strong focus on safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of property maintenance or facilities experience.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; golf carts used onsite.
• Strong electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair skills.
• Familiarity with environmental hazards in residential housing.
• Proficient with mobile devices for property management apps.
• Experience with MS Office and property management software.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on essential building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances).
• Repair and maintain interior and exterior property features (doors, windows, walls, flooring, fixtures).
• Respond to maintenance requests from residents and resolve issues promptly.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents (paint, clean, repair) to meet standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and implement preventive maintenance plans.
• Handle emergency maintenance requests and on-call duties as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Plumbing repair

English fluency

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Property management software

Job description

Essex Property Trust seeks a Maintenance Technician II to maintain and repair residential properties in San Diego, CA. You will manage routine tasks, address work orders, and prepare units for new residents while upholding community standards.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and timely communication with residents and management. On-site, five-day workweek with potential on-call duties and weekend coverage; a strong focus on safety and quality is essential.