POSITION SUMMARY
Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i is a nonprofit organization affiliated with The Inter-Faith Group (IFG), an alliance of seven independently operated nonprofit organizations that share a collective mission to create quality affordable housing and provide supportive services to families.
Our team members are expected to embrace, exemplify, and uphold our core values of Stewardship, Hard-Working, Well-Respected, Innovation, and Neighborly Cooperation (SHWIN) while fostering positive relationships within the organization and with our residents, partners, vendors, and community stakeholders.
We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for one of our properties. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, self-motivated, honest, and takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming community for our residents.
Candidates should have previous apartment or multifamily maintenance experience, including experience with plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, drywall, appliance repair, make-ready/turnover maintenance, and general property upkeep. Current HVAC certification is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts, with on-call responsibilities, weekend availability, and possible overtime as needed.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform general maintenance and repairs throughout the property, including residential units, common areas, building interiors, and exterior areas.
- Complete resident service requests accurately and in a timely manner, with the goal of responding to service requests within 24 hours.
- Troubleshoot and complete repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, HVAC systems, drywall, painting, carpentry, cabinets, doors, fixtures, and other building components.
- Prepare vacant apartment homes for new residents by completing make-ready and turnover work efficiently and according to company standards.
- Perform HVAC maintenance and repairs in accordance with applicable certification and EPA requirements.
- Replace plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, electrical components, and other property equipment as needed.
- Complete sheetrock/drywall repairs, interior painting, touch-ups, and other unit preparation work.
- Perform basic carpentry repairs, including cabinets, doors, trim, and related items.
- Assist with preventive maintenance programs for building interiors and exteriors, HVAC systems, lighting, pools, fitness equipment, and other property systems and amenities.
- Regularly inspect building systems and property conditions, including fire, electrical, security, and other safety-related systems, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
- Maintain property grounds and common areas to company standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality.
- Follow OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, and all applicable safety standards.
- Properly store and handle flammable, hazardous, and maintenance-related materials.
- Maintain an appropriate inventory of maintenance tools, equipment, parts, and supplies.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with residents, coworkers, supervisors, vendors, and contractors.
- Assist with emergency maintenance situations and participate in the property's on-call rotation as required.
- Respond to the property on short notice when necessary for urgent or emergency maintenance needs.
- Perform additional maintenance-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an Apartment Maintenance Technician, Make-Ready Technician, Maintenance Assistant, or in a similar maintenance role.
- Hands-on experience with plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, appliance repair, drywall, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
- Experience with apartment make-ready and unit turnover is strongly preferred.
- Current HVAC certification required.
- Knowledge of HVAC systems and applicable EPA requirements.
- Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine appropriate repairs.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to prioritize and complete work orders in a timely manner.
- Must be dependable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to communicate professionally with residents, coworkers, vendors, and management.
- Ability to participate in an on-call schedule and report to the property on short notice when needed.
- Valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and vehicle registration required when driving for business purposes.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
- Previous apartment, multifamily, residential, or commercial maintenance experience preferred.
- HVAC certification and demonstrated HVAC knowledge required.
Benefits:
- Employer paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching up to 5%
- Employee Assistance Program - available to employees and family members
- Flexible Spending Account - Medical or Dependent Care
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Generous PTO and Holiday package
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