MaintenanceTechnician

Preferred Apartment Communities combines expertise with a people-first approach, delivering consistent care and communities that feel like home. Our mission is to provide exceptional living experiences for our residents while building a workplace where our associates feel supported, inspired, and prepared to grow. Guided by the belief that we should always be better today than yesterday, we champion continuous improvement across every level of our organization. Through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and a people-focused approach, we strive to be good neighbors to our residents, to each other, and to the communities we serve. Responsibilities: * Handle maintenance needs for the community, including work orders, emergency calls, repairs, and preventative upkeep. * Prepare vacant units to rent‑ready condition through repairs, cleaning, and system checks. * Maintain property areas such as pools, amenity spaces, grounds, and equipment, keeping everything clean, orderly, and functional. * Communicate with residents professionally by addressing requests, resolving issues quickly, and supporting community events. * Organize and document work by keeping the shop stocked, logging service requests, and tracking contractor performance. * Support overall operations by following company policies, assisting with budgets, and performing light cleaning when needed. #PIQ ## Qualifications Requirements: * Bring 1–3 years’ maintenance experience with strong troubleshooting skills; apartment maintenance background preferred. * Hold or obtain refrigeration certification (Type II or Universal) within 90 days and maintain a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. * Meet physical demands including lifting up to 50 lbs, moving 75–300+ lb appliances with a hand truck, climbing 40‑ft ladders, and performing repairs requiring bending, kneeling, and extended exertion. * Move heavy equipment and appliances across units, up stairs, and within laundry rooms for repairs