Senior Floating Maintenance Technician (Second Shift)

Fairfield Residential; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Auto allowance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Fairfield Residential in Houston is seeking a Senior Floating Maintenance Technician for a second shift (11:00am–8:00pm) to support multiple communities. You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting, with local travel and an auto allowance.

Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus; HVAC certification and a valid driver’s license are required. This role requires 3–5+ years of multifamily maintenance, EPA Type II or universal HVAC certification, and a CPO is preferred (must obtain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; HVAC certification Type II or EPA Universal.
• CPO certification strongly preferred; must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; travel between properties.
• 3–5+ years multifamily/residential maintenance experience.
• Experience with disaster preparedness and response.
• Proficient in apartment maintenance and troubleshooting systems.
• English reading/writing; ability to work independently and in a team.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, appliances, and HVAC.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• General maintenance and grounds cleaning.
• Complete service requests efficiently with priority by urgency.
• Maintain maintenance records, logs, and inventory.
• Prepare units for new residents.
• Adhere to safety standards.

Skills

HVAC repair

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

English communication

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC certification (Type II or EPA Universal)

Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

Job description

Community: Almeda Park Number of Units: 196 $1,000 Sign-On Bonus*

About Fairfield If you're driven and seek a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, Fairfield might be the place for you. As a leader in the multifamily housing industry, we're passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. As we continue to grow, we're dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us!

About the Role

The Senior Floating Maintenance Technician provides skilled, proactive maintenance and repair support across multiple Fairfield Residential communities within within the Houston, TX market. This role specifically will work a second shift schedule from 11:00am to 8:00pm to assist with after hours emergency calls or work orders. This dynamic role is ideal for an experienced technician who thrives on variety, enjoys working independently, and excels at handling diverse tasks such as HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and painting. With regular local travel supported by an auto allowance, you'll play a key role in maintaining our communities’ exceptional standards, while ensuring resident satisfaction and property excellence. HVAC certification, driver’s license, reliable transportation and a proven track record in multifamily maintenance required; bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are a plus. This is a 'second shift' opportunity with later scheduled working hours (11:00am - 8:00pm)

What You’ll Do

• Routine and Preventive Maintenance Perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, appliance repairs, and HVAC repairs and maintenance.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify and resolve potential issues proactively.
• General maintenance and cleaning of grounds.
• Service Requests Efficiently complete assigned service requests, prioritizing based on urgency and community needs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and inventory tracking.
• Unit Preparation Prepare units promptly and effectively for new residents.
• Safety Standards Adhere strictly to safety standards.

Why You’ll Love Fairfield

We’re all about creating communities that people are proud to call home. Being a part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career with personal growth. It’s a partnership, working alongside colleagues in an open‑dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. We know that our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we’re proud to reflect that in our culture.

Driven by Vision: We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in‑house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us.

Career Growth & Learning: Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better.

Culture of Collaboration: Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.

A Company that Cares: We are proud to offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability. We offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

What You’ll Need

• Education and Certifications High school diploma or equivalent HVAC certification required (Type II or EPA Universal)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification strongly preferred; must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license required Also required... Because this position relies heavily on driving to various properties throughout the area, reliable transportation is crucial.
• Experience 3-5+ years multifamily or residential maintenance experience
• Experience with disaster preparedness and response
• Proficient in apartment maintenance with hands‑on experience in troubleshooting various systems
• Skills and Competencies Strong diagnostic and repair skills in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and appliances Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organizational and time management skills Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance requirements General computer skills including operating a mobile device Superior customer service skills including the ability to manage difficult customers and/or situations Proficient in apartment maintenance with hands‑on experience in troubleshooting various systems
• Can work a a later normal schedule, but also have the ability to be flexible on scheduling to include weekends and on‑call hours to address emergency services Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Estimated Rate of Pay

*The sign-on bonus, less usual deductions, will be paid following the completion of 90 days of employment. Current Fairfield associates are not eligible to receive a sign-on bonus. #LI-JULIA

Estimated Rate of Pay: $26.97 - $30.16 This position is non-exempt; the range above reflects hourly rates. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
• Matched 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.

In addition, we offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

At Fairfield, we are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry. We are passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. Among the most experienced multifamily companies, Fairfield has developed and acquired over 1,000 communities since 1985. We are an award‑winning company that proudly employs over 1,500 associates who are dedicated to serving our customers at our apartment communities located in over 35 markets nationwide. We have a great opportunity for you to work side by side with our passionate, bright and highly experienced professionals in the Multifamily Housing industry.

Why consider us? Competitive Salary and Benefits Package. Careers are made at Fairfield- We are committed to developing our staff through our robust in‑person, online and social training. Promotions from within are encouraged. Environmentally Aware- Fairfield leads the industry through our Living Green Program and our LEED Certified communities. Award Winning- Fairfield is recognized for our customer service, training and professionalism. Are you interested in work made meaningful? We support residents living well, a workplace culture that is friendly, fun, collaborative and one that encourages success. If you meet the minimum requirements and have a strong customer focused attitude, you are encouraged to submit your resume.