Maintenance Technician I at Cottonwood Highland Apartments

Cottonwood Residential

Millcreek, UT

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have hands-on experience with apartment maintenance and are comfortable with physical labor.

Best fit for

Candidates with prior experience in property maintenance and a willingness to work evenings and weekends
— “Ability to work standard community hours, including evenings and weekends.”
Individuals who are physically capable and accustomed to working in varied environments
— “Frequent need to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, push/pull, and ability to navigate difficult terrain and access small areas.”
Those with a valid driver's license and a background in general repair skills
— “Valid Driver's License is required.”

Things to consider

On-call availability is expected, with after-hours support required from the Service Manager.
— “Ability to work as an on-call technician and provide after-hours emergency service”
The role demands physical stamina and the ability to handle heavy lifting regularly.
— “Must be able to move, carry, reposition, or lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.”

How to stand out

Highlight your experience with plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs in your resume and interview responses.
— “Perform repairs that may include, but are not limited to, plumbing, electrical work, and general carpentry work”
Mention any EPA Type II, Universal, or CPO certifications you hold as a differentiator.
— “EPA certification Type II or Universal is a plus.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

successful repairs
positive customer feedback
timely service

Typical background

maintenanceconstructioncustomer service

Skills & requirements

Required

Apartment MaintenancePlumbingElectrical WorkGeneral CarpentryCustomer Service

Preferred

HVAC TroubleshootingEPA CertificationCPO Certification

Stack & domain

PlumbingElectrical WorkCarpentryEPA Certification Type II Or UniversalCPO CertificationApartment Maintenance

About the role

Original posting from Cottonwood Residential via Greenhouse

Qualifications & Required Experience of an Apartment Maintenance Technician I
Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate with customers, process Company paperwork, and interpret safety and operating manuals and procedures.
Must be able to move, carry, reposition, or lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds, and ability to navigate elevation changes while maintaining balance.
Frequent need to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, push/pull, and ability to navigate difficult terrain and access small areas.
Ability to work standard community hours, including evenings and weekends.
Ability to work as an on-call technician and provide after-hours emergency service with the support of the Service Manager while following Company standards.
Perform repairs that may include, but are not limited to, plumbing, electrical work, and general carpentry work related to household, building, and property grounds repairs.
EPA certification Type II or Universal is a plus.
Considerable experience troubleshooting HVAC is a plus.
CPO certification is a plus.
Valid Driver's License is required.
Compensation & Benefits of an Apartment Maintenance Technician I
Competitive pay!
Full health, vision, dental, life, and disability benefits - available within 1-30 days!
Generous 401k and HSA Company match!
Paid time off – eligible for 3 weeks (120 hours) in 1st year!
10.5 paid holidays!
At Cottonwood Residential, we're committed to creating an exceptional customer experience through innovation and service. As an early adopter of Self-Guided Tours, we've made apartment searching more convenient and accessible for our customers. We're looking for team members who are eager to learn, embrace new ideas, and create meaningful connections with every interaction. Join us in helping every customer feel Home at Last!

Source: Cottonwood Residential careers (Greenhouse)