Smart-Systems Apartment Maintenance Tech

Fairstead; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision plans

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Sick days

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Pet insurance

Disability insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Fairstead, a nationwide real estate company, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee day-to-day property upkeep and protect the physical assets of our communities. You will inspect, maintain, and repair buildings and systems, ensuring safety and compliance across the portfolio.

The role requires practical maintenance skills, the ability to work on-call, and a focus on resident experience and asset preservation.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical skills to perform repairs and fixtures.
• Knowledge of electricity to diagnose problems and perform minor repairs.
• General maintenance skills to support daily operations of the property.
• Strong verbal and written communication for clear information delivery.
• Prior experience as a Service Technician or similar role preferred.
• HVAC certification (CMRP or equivalent) preferred.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and equipment regularly for repairs and improvements.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs as needed to maintain property assets.
• Enforce maintenance policies and standards to prevent misuse of appliances.
• Ensure properties are safe for occupants, visitors, and workers.
• Clean and prepare vacated spaces for new tenants and move-in readiness.
• Check electrical wiring for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Verify safety systems and devices are functioning monthly.
• Join on-call rotation and respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

General maintenance

Verbal and written communication

Service Technician experience

HVAC certification preferred

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 70 pounds

Attention to detail

Job description

Fairstead, a nationwide real estate company, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee day-to-day property upkeep and protect the physical assets of our communities. You will inspect, maintain, and repair buildings and systems, ensuring safety and compliance across the portfolio.

The role requires practical maintenance skills, the ability to work on-call, and a focus on resident experience and asset preservation.