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Job Overview

Onsite Property Maintenance Technician

Full‑Time | Onsite | Residential Property

Bi-Lingual applicants encouraged to apply

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Property Maintenance Technician to live on-site and support daily operations at our +55 affordable housing residential community in San Marcos. This position is responsible for maintaining the property’s units, grounds, and common areas to ensure a safe, clean, and well‑functioning environment for residents. The ideal candidate is professional, great communicator, detail oriented, proactive, organized, takes pride in their work and experienced in general maintenance and repairs all while exemplifying excellent customer service, teamwork and a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities Unit Maintenance and Repairs

Perform routine and emergency repairs in occupied and vacant units
Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance issues
Complete unit turns, including painting, patching, cleaning, and minor renovations
Replace fixtures, hardware, flooring sections, and other interior components

Key duties include but not limited to:

Preventive Maintenance:
Conduct scheduled inspections of units, common areas, and building systems, Test smoke/CO detectors, replace filters, and maintain HVAC components. Identify potential hazards and report issues requiring contractor support

Grounds & Exterior

Maintain cleanliness of walkways, parking areas, and outdoor spaces
Remove trash, debris, and graffiti as needed

Common Areas & Facilities

Maintain laundry rooms, community rooms, hallways, and shared spaces
Ensure lighting, doors, locks, and safety equipment are functioning properly

Work Order Management

Respond promptly to resident maintenance requests
Document all work performed using the property’s work order system
Communicate professionally with residents and management

Emergency Response:

Respond to after‑hours emergencies
Address urgent issues such as leaks, floods, power outages, and lockouts

Vendor & Compliance Support

Provide access to contractors and verify work completion
Assist with inspections (HQS, REAC, annual unit inspections)
Follow all safety, building code, and company compliance standards

Qualifications

2+ years of property maintenance or building repair experience preferred
Strong skills in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs
Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Working cell phone with text message capabilities
Excellent communication and customer‑service skills
Ability to work independently while exhibiting strong teamwork skills and manage multiple tasks
MUST be able to live on site.
Bi-lingual (fluent Spanish and English) is a big plus

** Not required but a plus if you have experience with the below three

HVAC certification again, this is a plus but not required
Experience with work order software (AppFolio, Yardi, etc.)

Schedule & Compensation

Full‑time, onsite position. Living on-site in a provided 2 bedroom apartment is required
After hours emergency calls
Comped 2 bedroom apartment with additional salary totaling $60,000 per year.
Benefits package available

How to Apply

Submit your resume or CV to the Craigslist relay email
Please state "RSFV Maintenance Technician" in the subject line of your email

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Because we are seeking someone who is detail oriented, any resumes received without the requested procedures listed above will be not be considered.

Pay: Unfurnished 2 bedroom Apartment Plus additional salary.

Work Location: In person

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