Service Technician II — Multi-Site Property Maintenance

towbes; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Housing partnership benefits

Company stability

Job summary

The Towbes Group is seeking a Service Technician II to lead maintenance across apartment communities in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. You will oversee make-ready turnover, preventive maintenance, and repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool, carpentry, and appliances, while coordinating with the on-site team and residents.

You will document work, manage vendors, and participate in an on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school certificate.
• 3–5 years of relevant maintenance experience.
• CAMT certification a plus.
• Willingness to travel between communities in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, with occasional evenings, weekends, or overtime.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to resident and team satisfaction.
• The physical ability to lift up to 85 lbs, climb stairs with an appliance dolly, and work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities

• Keep an adequate supply of make-ready units on hand, inspecting vacant apartments and turning them within 7–10 days.
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose/repair issues across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, carpentry, drywall, and appliance systems.
• Handle fixture repairs, water leaks, electrical inspections, door and cabinet replacement, and general unit upkeep.
• Document work orders accurately and thoroughly.
• Partner with your Community Manager and on-site team to deliver quality, efficient, and cost-effective solutions.
• Schedule, coordinate, and negotiate pricing with vendors and contractors.
• Rotate through the on-call program to support residents after hours.
• Manage parts inventory and keep the shop organized.
• Respond to and resolve resident concerns promptly, escalating when needed within 24 hours.
• Use AI tools thoughtfully to streamline routine tasks, draft communications, and support reporting — always with a careful human review for accuracy and professionalism.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Painting

Appliance repair

Carpentry

Pool maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Towbes Group is seeking a Service Technician II to lead maintenance across apartment communities in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. You will oversee make-ready turnover, preventive maintenance, and repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool, carpentry, and appliances, while coordinating with the on-site team and residents.

You will document work, manage vendors, and participate in an on-call rotation.