Apartment Maintenance Technician

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Located in Austin, TX

Salary: $19-22/hour

Maintenance Technician (Part-Time, 3 Days/Week)

South Austin (78704) | $19-22/hr DOE

 

Position Summary

We're seeking a reliable, hands-on Maintenance Technician to oversee the day-to-day maintenance needs of a small, well-established apartment community in 78704. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys staying active, takes pride in their work, and prefers a flexible part-time schedule.

 

This role is perfect for a late-career maintenance professional, semi-retired tradesperson, or someone with an existing business or side gig looking for consistent supplemental income. As the sole on-site maintenance technician, you'll be trusted to work independently, prioritize tasks, and help ensure residents enjoy a clean, safe, and well-maintained community.

 

Schedule

• Approximately 3 days per week, 24+ hours per week (M/W/F)
• Occasional on-call availability preferred for maintenance emergencies

 

Responsibilities

• Complete resident maintenance requests and work orders
• Perform preventative maintenance throughout the property
• Assist with apartment turns and move-in/move-out preparation
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, common areas, and grounds
• Handle basic plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, and carpentry repairs
• Replace fixtures, light bulbs, filters, smoke detector batteries, and similar items
• Coordinate with outside vendors when specialized repairs are needed
• Maintain organized maintenance records and supply inventories
• Ensure the property remains clean, attractive, and physically secure

 

Qualifications

• Previous apartment, facilities, building, or general maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable troubleshooting and completing basic repairs
• Strong customer service skills and professional resident interactions
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work indoors and outdoors as needed

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in apartment maintenance or property management maintenance
• • EPA Section 608 Certification preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building systems
• Ability to respond to occasional after-hours maintenance calls when needed

 

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is dependable, practical, and takes ownership of their work. This position is especially well-suited for a seasoned maintenance professional who wants a flexible schedule, supplemental income, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a small community.

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