Service Tech

RichSmith Development; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401K plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

RichSmith Management in Lake Charles, LA is seeking an Apartment Maintenance Service Technician to join our community. You will perform maintenance and repairs across apartments, common areas, irrigation, and grounds, and respond to service requests within one business day.

HVAC/EPA certification is preferred; 3+ years experience and the ability to work on-call 24/7 are important. The position emphasizes on-site duties, safety, and quality with a benefits package included.

Qualifications

• HVAC or EPA certification preferred.
• 3+ years of related maintenance experience.
• On-call availability for 24-hour emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and routine maintenance and repairs for apartments, buildings, grounds.
• Respond to service requests within one business day.
• Complete turnkey work in vacant apartments, including repairs, paint, and lock/key rotation.
• Ensure the maintenance shop is neat, organized, and well-stocked.
• Be on-call for 24-hour emergency maintenance services.
• Follow the Fair Housing Act at all times.
• Provide technical guidance to the maintenance team, overseeing repairs of mechanical and architectural systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, building exteriors, and recreational equipment.
• Maintain and repair swimming pool equipment.
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces, including parking lot striping and curbs.

Skills

HVAC certification

EPA certification

Pool maintenance

3+ years experience

On-call availability

Job description

Join Our Team as an Apartment Maintenance Service Technician in Lake Charles, LA!

RichSmith Management is currently seeking a skilled Apartment Maintenance Service Technician to join our beautiful apartment community in Lake Charles, LA. If you are an HVAC/EPA certified professional looking to expand your career with a growing company, this is a fantastic opportunity for you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All of our full-time positions offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance starting the 1st of the month after 30 days


• Flexible spending accounts


• 401K plan


• Paid holidays and much more!

This position is designated as a \"Safety Sensitive Position,\" requiring full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute job duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all maintenance and repair work, both major and routine, for apartments, supportive buildings, common areas, irrigation systems, and grounds.


• Respond to service requests within one business day.


• Complete turnkey work in vacant apartments, including repairs, paint, and lock/key rotation.


• Ensure the maintenance shop is neat, organized, and well-stocked.


• Be on-call for 24-hour emergency maintenance services.


• Follow the Fair Housing Act at all times.


• Provide technical guidance to the maintenance team, overseeing repairs of mechanical and architectural systems.


• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, building exteriors, and recreational equipment.


• Maintain and repair swimming pool equipment.


• Paint interior and exterior surfaces, including parking lot striping and curbs.

Qualifications

• HVAC or EPA certification is preferred.


• Experience in pool operation and maintenance is a plus.


• 3+ years of related work experience is preferred.


• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical aspects of appliance repair, HVAC troubleshooting, and basic skills in electricity, refrigeration, plumbing, carpentry, and irrigation systems.


• Availability to work in an on-call capacity for 24-hour maintenance services.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift objects up to 75 lbs.


• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and reach overhead for extended periods.


• Capable of bending forward when picking up objects from the ground.

If you're a maintenance professional ready to work in a dynamic, supportive environment, apply today to become part of RichSmith Management and help us maintain a high-quality living experience for our residents!

Salary: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour