Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

Asset Living is a third‑party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, we have decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Our growth has taken us from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living’s portfolio spans multifamily, single‑family home rentals, affordable housing, build‑to‑rent, active adult, and student housing across the country.

We are a fast‑growing company built by talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. At Asset Living, we believe ‘Together We Lead, Together We Succeed’. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve. Our culture welcomes every voice, values every idea, and creates growth opportunities for every individual.

Recognized as one of the nation’s Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, Asset Living is a trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and career development. We are members of the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and accredited as a Management Organization (AMO).

The Maintenance Technician assists in carrying out the maintenance processes of the property, including corrective, preventative, routine, emergency, and cosmetic maintenance. The role also includes the make‑ready process under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager.

• Community Maintenance
  • Regular/daily onsite attendance required.
  • Respond to resident/management requests and work orders for community common areas, buildings, and units.
  • Ensure all repairs and replacements for community common areas and units.
  • Assist with scheduling and performance of all maintenance/repair‑related turn events.
  • Daily cleanup of exterior, grounds, breezeways, and common areas.
  • Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning and maintain accurate chemical logs.
  • Inspect grounds, buildings, and community features daily to identify and correct hazardous conditions.
  • Maintain preventive maintenance program to extend community life and minimize repairs.
  • Follow Asset key policies.
  • Maintain an organized, stocked maintenance shop while adhering to safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
  • Assist in hazard communications program and promote safe work practices.
  • Participate in unit inspections as requested.
  • Assist in monitoring inventory of equipment and supplies.
  • Maintain accurate records on service requests, EPA/OSHA standards, preventive maintenance, make‑ready status, and progress.
  • Assist with general upkeep, maintenance, and cleaning of office, common areas, and model unit.
  • Report any observed violations of community rules to the Supervisor or Manager.
  • Participate in on‑call emergency responses.
  • Utilize property resources, equipment, and supplies economically.
  • Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as directed.
• Customer & Resident Relations
  • Provide excellent customer service and monitor service request turnaround.
  • Project a favorable image of the community to achieve property objectives and public recognition.
  • Ensure consistency in dealing with residents.
  • Enforce delegated community policies.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use on‑site software functions.
• Basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.

• Regular movement to accomplish tasks across multiple sites.
• Frequent use of ladders, stairs, ramps, step stools, and operating in tight or confined spaces.
• Ability to lift, place, and move objects of 100+ lbs. in all directions.
• Operate machinery, power tools, motor vehicles, and golf carts.
• Work in outdoor weather elements, including low and high temperatures.
• Work overtime, weekends, night hours, including on‑call emergencies.
• Occasionally maintain a stationary position for prolonged periods.

• Reliable transportation required for emergency on‑call duties.

At Asset Living, compensation decisions consider skill set, background, training, certifications, and relevant experience. The offer includes a competitive total rewards package—medical, dental, vision, life, accidental, disability insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, and potential performance bonuses. Full‑time employees receive paid sick days and company holidays.

$23 per hour to $28 per hour

This job description is a guide of expected duties. It is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the supervisor’s request, employees may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice.