MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

<p>At <strong>Hawthorne Residential Partners</strong>, we’re looking for dependable, motivated, and hands on maintenance professionals who take pride in creating clean, well-maintained, and welcoming communities. </p> <p>We offer more than just a job, we offer a path to grow your skills, learn new trades, and build a career. You’ll work alongside a team who will support you, challenge you, and cheer you on every step of the way. </p> <p><strong>Join a company </strong>where <strong>your work matters </strong>and <strong>your future is full of opportunity</strong>! </p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Maintenance Technician I | Job Overview</span> </strong></p> <p>Maintenance professionals play a vital role in creating an exceptional apartment community. As a Maintenance Technician I, you’ll be responsible for supporting daily community upkeep, including maintaining the cleanliness of grounds and amenities while learning the foundations of property maintenance. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals looking to begin a hands-on career in property maintenance while gaining valuable experience and training in the field. </p> <p><strong>Maintenance Technician I | Education, Experience, and License Qualifications </strong><strong> </strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Education:</span> </p> <ul> <li>High School or GED equivalent </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Experience:</span> </p> <ul> <li>Understanding and knowledge of yardwork and general facility maintenance • One year of maintenance, repair, or HVAC experience is preferred but not required </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Licenses &amp; Certifications:</span> </p> <ul> <li>Valid Driver's License </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Maintenance Technician I | Job Functions </strong></span><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Ground Responsibilities </strong></p> <ul> <li>Conduct thorough cleaning and pick-up of debris or trash throughout the property per company standards. </li> <li>Maintain cleanliness of breezeways and sidewalks including pressure washing. • Ensure community trash receptacles are well-maintained and free of large items around the perimeter. </li> <li>Clean areas around the mailroom, pool area, fitness area and equipment, laundry room, clubhouse, and other common areas to include trash removal, replace trash </li> </ul> <p>bags, vacuum, sweep and mop, clean window and door glass, clean coffee machines, and replace paper products. </p> <p><strong>Repair &amp; Preventative Maintenance </strong></p> <ul> <li>Entry-level Repair and restore vacant, unoccupied apartments to make ready status in preparation for the next move-in. </li> <li>Conduct light checks around the community and replace breezeway light bulbs as needed. </li> <li>Assist the maintenance team with tasks such as lock changes and fixture replacements to help prepare apartments for new move-ins. </li> <li>Light painting of curbs, signposts, and other areas as needed. </li> <li>Maintain shop appearance to facilitate quick assessment of supply inventory. </li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Responsibilities </strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist the team with the distribution of communications to residents’ doors. • Assist the maintenance team with pool maintenance. </li> <li>Assist in maintaining shop appearance to facilitate quick assessment of supply inventory. </li> <li>Promote good professional relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff. Through the LIVE IT culture, always display a friendly and courteous attitude towards prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees. Always maintain professionalism. </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What Makes Someone SOAR in This Role? </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><strong>Positive Attitude: </strong>Enthusiastic, passionate, and driven within their day-to-day operations. </li> <li><strong>Willingness to Learn: </strong>Eager to grow skills with hands-on training. </li> <li><strong>People Service &amp; Customer-Focused: </strong>Daily commitment to providing excellent service by embracing our Live It culture of kindness, community and connection.</li> <li><strong>Reliable: </strong>A dependable presence for the community and team. </li> </ul> <p><strong>Work Schedule &amp; Availability </strong></p> <p>Maintenance Technicians work Monday through Friday, with standard office hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This role may also require participation in an on-call rotation for afterhours emergencies and occasional support for resident events, as needed.</p> <p><strong>Hawthorne’s Total Rewards Package | Compensation and Benefits </strong><strong> </strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Maintenance Technician I – Specific Benefits</span>: Maintenance Technician I is eligible for a monthly renewal bonus program in addition to their hourly compensation. </p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Professional Benefits</span>: <em>Maintenance Technician I Today – Maintenance Technician II Tomorrow! </em></p> <p>Our Career Path Program is offered to all of our employees. When you start at Hawthorne, we want to see you succeed and grow with us - that is why our Learning and Development team is committed to your career growth. </p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Personal Benefits:</span> </p> <ul> <li>Free Dental Insurance </li> <li>Comprehensive and Affordable Plans for Medical and Vision Coverage • Health and Wellness Incentives </li> <li>401k Retirement Match Program </li> <li>Paid time off including your birthday! </li> <li>Paid sick time off </li> <li>Pet Insurance Plans </li> <li>Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options </li> <li>Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/365 </li> <li>Company Paid Life Insurance </li> <li>Retirement Planning </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Hawthorne is an equal opportunity employer. </span></p></div>