Maintenance Technician
Cloudten Residential
$30 - $33 / hour
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Description
The role supports the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager in all aspects of property upkeep, including expense control, preventive maintenance, and compliance with state and federal safety regulations.
Hourly pay range:
$30.00 - $33.00 DOE
- This position offers the opportunity to earn leasing/renewal bonuses at the assigned property or properties.
What you’ll do - Includes but are not limited to:
Maintenance and Repairs
- Perform general maintenance tasks, including appliance repair, basic electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, pool maintenance, and custodial work.
- Maintain the exterior curb appeal of the community and ensure the cleanliness of the grounds.
- Assist with daily upkeep of pools, spas, laundry rooms, recreation areas, rental offices, restrooms, and other common areas.
- Ensure apartments are rent-ready within 3-5 days of vacancy.
- Respond promptly and professionally to tenant service requests, ensuring efficient resolution within 24 hours. Notify the Community Manager and residents of delays caused by part orders or other factors.
Property Inspections
- Maintain accurate inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Use personal protective equipment (e.g., back belts, goggles, dust masks, hard hats, gloves) as instructed and assigned.
- Conduct inspections and adhere to monthly preventive maintenance directives, including lighting, fire safety, pool/spa, life/safety hazards, and signage checks.
- Understand the locations of gas, electricity, irrigation, and water shutoffs, as well as sewer cleanouts.
Collaboration and Documentation
- Assist with move-in and move-out inspections as directed.
- Monitor and document the status of vacant units.
- Recommend improvements to methods of operation, safety, and service quality.
- Suggest changes to working conditions and equipment to enhance efficiency.
- Perform on-call emergency service as required.
- Collaborate on special projects such as preventive maintenance of building components or mechanical systems.
- Adhere to CloudTen Residential’s Injury and Illness Prevention Policy and Hazardous Materials Policy. Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals used on-site and ensure familiarity with safety precautions.
- Communicate maintenance problems or safety concerns promptly to Site Management.
- Represent CloudTen Residential professionally, maintaining a neat appearance and adhering to the company’s dress code.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in training seminars as requested.
- Assist other staff members as needed.
- Deliver communications to residents as required.
- Support resident functions and activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- 1-2 years of hands-on maintenance experience (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting).
- A valid driver's license in good standing is required for on call purposes.
- General computer skills, including operating a mobile device required.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Superior customer service skills including the ability to manage difficult customers and/or situations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Ability to maintain a flexible, available schedule to respond promptly and resolve after-hours and weekend emergency maintenance.
Who you are:
- Focused with high attention to detail
- Curious and proactive
- Growth-oriented and well-organized
- Disciplined and self sufficient
- A strong communicator
- Tech savvy
What’s in it for you:
We believe people do their best work when they’re supported—personally, professionally, and beyond. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:
- Competitive compensation and career growth – As our company continues to grow and expand, so do the opportunities for our team.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits – We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.
- Tax-Saving Benefits – Take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to manage healthcare and dependent care expenses efficiently.
- Peace of Mind – Company-paid life insurance offers financial protection for you and your loved ones.
- Work Model – Strong support for a work-life balance while keeping you connected and engaged.
- Time to Recharge – Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays so you can truly unplug and come back refreshed.
Benefits
- health insurance
- vision insurance
- life insurance
- flexible schedule
- sick leave
About this role
Cloudten Residential is seeking a hands-on maintenance technician to keep their Berkeley Heights property running smoothly. You'll handle a broad range of repairs and upkeep—from appliance and HVAC work to plumbing, carpentry, and pool maintenance—while responding to tenant requests within 24 hours and turning over vacant units within 3-5 days. The role also involves conducting preventive maintenance inspections, managing inventory, and being available for emergency calls outside standard hours.
This position suits someone with 1-2 years of direct maintenance experience who can work independently and adapt to a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings. You'll need a valid driver's license, solid problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with residents and management. The job pays $30–$33 per hour depending on experience, with opportunities to earn leasing bonuses, plus standard benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and company-paid life insurance.
Typical pay for this role
$40,000
Typical range: $40,000 to $60,000
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