Maintenance Technician

Join RISE Vols as a Maintenance Technician – Starting at $21/hr + Quarterly Bonuses | Knoxville, TN

Let’s be real — a well-maintained home makes all the difference.

At
RISE Vols
, our student residents rely on fast, reliable, and high-quality maintenance — and that’s where you come in.

We’re hiring a
Maintenance Technician to start in July, who takes pride in their work, works fast without cutting corners, and thrives on being the go-to person for “I can fix that.” If that sounds like you, let’s talk.

You’ll be the behind-the-scenes hero keeping our student housing community running smoothly:

• Diagnose & repair HVAC, plumbing, appliances, and basic electrical issues
• Patch drywall, paint, and perform basic carpentry and make-ready repairs
• Get apartments move-in ready during turn season — and fast!
• Be part of the
  rotating on-call
  team for emergency repairs (with compensation)
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked maintenance areas
• Communicate with student residents respectfully and professionally
• Follow all OSHA and safety protocols – always

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in maintenance or skilled trades
• Solid experience in
  HVAC, plumbing, and drywall
• Student housing or turn experience? Big plus.
• EPA certification preferred but not required
• Able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and move efficiently
• Comfort with mobile work order systems and basic technology
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation
• Willingness to work on a rotating on-call schedule

At RISE Vols, we value hard work, a great attitude, and a team-first mindset. You’ll be part of a tight-knit group that gets things done — and has fun doing it. We support our team so you can support our residents.

Sound like your kind of job?

Apply now and bring your skills to where they’re needed — and valued.

We build communities. We build careers. We build people.