Preferred Apartment Communities combines expertise with a people-first approach, delivering consistent care and communities that feel like home. Our mission is to provide exceptional living experiences for our residents while building a workplace where our associates feel supported, inspired, and prepared to grow.

Guided by the belief that we should always be better today than yesterday, we champion continuous improvement across every level of our organization. Through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and a people-focused approach, we strive to be good neighbors to our residents, to each other, and to the communities we serve.

Responsibilities:  

• Complete maintenance tasks including resident work orders (appliances, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, gates, pools), preventative maintenance, and after‑hours emergency response.
• Prepare vacant units for move‑in and maintain all amenity areas, equipment, and community spaces in clean, safe working condition.
• Provide professional resident support through clear communication, timely issue resolution, clean uniform standards, and assistance with resident events.
• Maintain organization and records by keeping the shop orderly, managing inventory, and accurately logging service requests and updates.
• Support team operations by assisting the Maintenance Manager, monitoring contractor performance, and following all company policies and procedures.

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Requirements:

• Demonstrate maintenance experience with 1–3 years in general or apartment maintenance, strong troubleshooting skills, and basic budgeting or business finance understanding.
• Meet certification and licensing standards including a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and EPA refrigeration certification (Type II or Universal) within 90 days.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 300 lbs, climbing 40‑ft ladders, and using hand tools, test equipment, and hand trucks.
• Handle heavy equipment movement including transporting appliances (75–300+ lbs), laundry machines (120–300 lbs), and building materials (up to 300+ lbs), often up stairs or across the property.
• Complete specialized maintenance tasks involving repairs or upgrades to structures, resident units, and amenity equipment (exercise machines, grills, golf carts, gates), often requiring ladder work and lifting.

What We Offer: 

• Expected pay range of $22.00/hour-$24.00/hour. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job
• Generous PTO program
• 13 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays and paid volunteer day
• Comprehensive, affordable medical coverage as well as company-paid dental and vision coverage available to all full-time, regular associates
• 401k with exceptional employer match
• Associate Apartment Discount
• Educational Assistance Program (tuition and certifications)
• Company-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs

Preferred Apartment Communities is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. 

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Preferred Apartment Communities is proud to be a US EPA ENERGY STAR® Partner.