Apartment Maintenance Technician

Join Red Oak Management Co, Inc. as a full-time Apartment Maintenance Technician in Detroit, MI, and play a key role in shaping thriving residential communities across the city.

ABOUT THIS JOB

With five new positions available, you'll earn $20 – $26 per hour while making a tangible impact in affordable housing. We also offer generous benefits, such as:

• PTO
• Sick time
• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Group and supplemental life options
• Paid holidays
• We offer our Housing Maintenance Technicians mileage benefits

This is a full-time, onsite role with a standard schedule of 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. While you'll enjoy predictable hours, you'll also need to be available for occasional emergency calls. There's no traditional on-call rotation, and you'll leave directly from your home to your assigned property or service area each day-no central office check-in required.

ABOUT US

Since opening our doors in 1984 in Cedar Springs, Michigan, Red Oak Management has grown from a small, mission-driven team into a recognized leader in affordable housing. What began as a commitment to creating safe, welcoming communities has become a legacy of service, growth, and genuine care for the people who call our properties home. As a founding member of the Michigan Rural Housing Council, we've played a key role in improving housing accessibility across the state. When you work at Red Oak, you're not just joining a company, you're joining a family that values teamwork, stability, and the opportunity to make a real difference every day.

APARTMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in residential maintenance or construction
• Mechanical and electrical systems knowledge
• Excellent customer service skills and professionalism
• Ability to work with both occupied and vacant units
• Willingness to maintain property inside and out
• Capability to prioritize work and stay organized

Preferred:

• Basic understanding of fair housing rules and regulations
• Experience in affordable housing

YOUR DAY

As an Apartment Maintenance Technician, you will work in both occupied and vacant units, completing work orders and preparing apartments for new residents. Throughout the day, you will ensure the property's curb appeal meets company and legal standards, balancing ongoing maintenance needs with timely responses to resident requests. You will work closely with the property manager to prioritize tasks and keep your workspace organized. When needed, you will collaborate with vendors, ensuring that you have the support required to maintain the property inside and out. Your strong customer service mindset will guide your interactions, making sure every resident and guest feels respected.

Our application process is quick, straightforward, and mobile-friendly-apply now and start your journey with us!

Must have the ability to pass a background check.