Roving Maintenance Technician

JMS RED LLC; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

JMS RED LLC in Signal Hill, CA is seeking a full‑time Maintenance Technician to perform hands‑on repairs and general upkeep across residential and commercial units in the Los Angeles and Orange County area.

You will handle electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, flooring, and HVAC tasks, maintain tools and warehouse, document work orders in AppFolio, and communicate with the COO and customers to ensure timely, professional service.

Qualifications

• 1yr minimum of construction/maintenance-related experience.
• GED Diploma.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Report all findings to the COO and General Contractor, including pictures, and repair suggestions.
• Perform necessary maintenance to repair the issue, which may also include purchasing any necessary materials.
• Must request approval for all tool purchases.
• Enter hours in AppFolio with the description of work performed.
• Maintain the organization of the company warehouse and tools.
• Check out and return each company tool.
• Follow all safety guidelines and company protocols while on-site.
• Communicate effectively with the team via phone and Google Chat.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

GED Diploma

Valid Driver's License

1yr minimum experience

Tools

AppFolio

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Full-time, 40 hrs per week. Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, 1 hr lunch*.
• Strict attendance and punctuality is required to perform duties and responsibilities at the job locations. Attendance is necessary for teamwork, face-to-face interaction with co-workers, tenants/clients, vendors, and working with items or equipment located in the employer's place of business.
• Must be able to be physically present at work and drive* for Company business using their personal vehicle during operating hours.
• *Must maintain current, non-restricted driving license and insurance
• *Must provide a MVR report annually to HR
• Must be able to drive to all locations (ex: job sites, hardware stores, etc.).
• Perform all work order-related tasks, which include:
• Report all findings to the COO and General Contractor, including pictures, and repair suggestions
• Perform necessary maintenance to repair the issue, which may also include purchasing any necessary materials
• Must request approval for all tool purchases
• Enter hours in AppFolio with the description of work performed
• Follow all company protocol and procedures set forth and adhere to any new future company protocol:
• Maintain the organization of the company warehouse and tools
• Check out and return each company tool
• Follow all safety guidelines and company protocols while on‑site
• Communicate effectively with the team:
• Must be able to communicate with the team via phone and via Google Chat
• Must respond/return call within 10 minutes
• Communicate with the team when a second opinion or help is needed (Teamwork!)
• Report to the COO when completed with a work order/task
• Report to the COO when a work order/task may take longer or cost more than previously discussed
• Provide professional customer service when dealing with any clients, tenants, vendors, etc.
• Report all issues to the COO
• Prepare & submit written estimates, when requested, for work orders and projects to the COO.
• Maintain organization/cleanliness of both personal and shared work site, office and warehouse spaces.
• All other duties as assigned.
• 3rd Party Jobs: After successfully completing the 90-day introductory period, the Technician will assist with third‑party projects, including general maintenance tasks such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, flooring, carpentry, installations, painting, and other repairs to residential and commercial units around Los Angeles and Orange County as needed.

OPTIONAL:

After the completion of the 90-day introductory period, the Technician will have the opportunity to accept/deny any emergency work orders that may arise after hours & on the weekends (1.5x hourly rate for after‑hours calls). Any emergency or overtime work must be pre‑approved before conducting.

Education Requirements:

• 1yr minimum of construction/maintenance-related experience
• GED Diploma
• Valid Driver's License

Work Experience must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with co‑workers and management.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Experience with basic hand tools and how to safely use them
• Skills
• Must be able to perform general electrical repair (outlets, fixtures), drywall, framing, basic carpentry, basic plumbing (installation of toilets, faucets, unclog drains, replace p‑traps) and basic installations (vanities, cabinets, heaters)
• Plus: flooring installation (vinyl plank, tile), tile installation (flooring, walls, etc), countertop cut & installation, welding, experience with concrete, installing windows & doors
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting standards specified in the job description and through performance management.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to be physically present at work during operating hours.