Maintenance Person

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

We are looking for a hands-on, proactive Maintenance Technician to support the smooth operation of our portfolio of short-term Airbnb properties and medium-to-long-term student accommodation. The ideal candidate will be experienced in general maintenance, quick-thinking in solving issues, and committed to maintaining a high standard of safety, comfort, and presentation across all units.

Key Responsibilities:General Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform scheduled and ad-hoc maintenance tasks across all properties.
• Carry out minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting work.
• Inspect and maintain furniture, appliances, fixtures, and fittings.
• Troubleshoot urgent issues (e.g., broken locks, heating not working, leaks).
• Maintain gardens, outdoor spaces, and communal areas, where applicable.
• Overseeing contractors when professional repairs are necessary.
• Support fast turnovers during peak season and high occupancy periods.
• Provide on-call support for urgent guest complaints or emergency fixes.

Tenant Comfort & Safety (Student Accommodation Specific)

• Conduct routine checks in common areas (lighting, fire alarms, doors, etc.).
• Ensure heating systems, showers, and kitchen appliances are functional at all times.
• Respond to reported maintenance issues within agreed timeframes (usually 24-48 hrs).
• Support move-in/move-out preparations (furniture repairs, painting, etc.).
• Maintain health and safety compliance and support inspections or audits.

Operational Support

• Maintain a digital maintenance log (photos, timestamps, resolution notes).
• Liaise with third-party contractors when external expertise is required.
• Coordinate with the housekeeping and operations team on repair scheduling.
• Keep tools and materials well-stocked and organized.
• Identify areas for preventative maintenance and propose solutions.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in property maintenance, ideally in hospitality or residential settings.
• Solid working knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple jobs across different properties.
• Comfortable using messaging apps and maintenance request platforms.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Physically able to carry out duties (lifting, bending, ladder work, etc.).
• Full driver’s license and access to own vehicle (travel between sites required).
• Fluent English; clear communicator with tenants and team members.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience maintaining short-let properties (Airbnb, Booking.com, etc.).
• Previous work in student housing, PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation), or HMO properties.
• Basic IT skills (e.g., updating maintenance platforms, taking photos for reports).
• Understanding of fire safety, emergency protocols, and landlord compliance.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: €15.00-€17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (required)

Work Location: On the road