Residential Maintenance Technician

Overview
LUX Residential is seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in facilities repair and maintenance, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, as well as great organizational and interpersonal skills.

This role requires self-direction; time management & prioritization skills; some computer and email aptitude; and finally customer service skills, as you will interact daily with our valued tenants and owners in addressing maintenance needs.

Overview

• Full time (40 hours) at hourly wage.
• Reports to the Director of Property Management.
• Educational and Experience requirements - see below.
• Must have own vehicle and basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Organize, Schedule and Prepare materials and daily plans for routine Work Orders on properties and units.
• Troubleshoot a wide variety of plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems. Utilize your honed diagnostic and repair skills to fully resolve problems and issues using appropriate methods and tools.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities for each Work Order, including photos, drive time, labor and materials used. Company to provide wireless electronic tablet for this purpose.
• Schedule and perform periodic preventative maintenance inspections to all properties, with timely recommendations reports to the Property Manager.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to maintenance requests from supervisors, tenants and owners.
• Communicate effectively with other team members to enhance the overall efficiency of Property Management operations.

Qualifications - Educational, Technical, Physical and Interpersonal

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 2 years of experience in residential maintenance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair various maintenance issues.
• An organized approach and proactive attitude toward handling and scheduling multiple simultaneous service work orders.
• Proficiency with tools and equipment necessary for basic plumbing, mechanical and electrical repairs and maintenance.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Finished interior painting skills preferred, but not required.
• Must have driver's license and own transportation. Company to provide full mileage reimbursement for all local travel.
• Must own a set of basic hand tools and power tools. Company to provide any specialty tools and equipment.
• Must have adequate physical strength and stamina to lift and carry up to 50lbs; to climb, bend, crawl in small spaces; as well as adequate vision, manual dexterity and fine motor skills to complete all required work.
• Must have a pleasant demeanor in all dealings with our valued tenants, owners, and partners as well as co-workers.

Bonus Compensation

• Performance based bonus compensation is available for excellence in the following areas: meeting hourly billing goals, achieving positive reviews, and acquiring skills that can become new service lines, such as a Maine certified radon inspector.

Join our team as a Maintenance Technician where your skills will contribute significantly to our success!

About LUX Residential

LUX Residential is a best-in-class manager of high quality residential housing in Greater Portland, Maine. The firm takes great pride in offering its tenant community an elevated living experience, while enabling its owners to realize successful real estate investments. The company leadership is committed to thoughtful and timely responses to all inquiries, work orders, and interactions with tenants and owners alike.

The LUX Companies, including our affiliated portfolio companies have a positive and supportive corporate culture. Employees are very carefully and thoughtfully selected to be integrated into this small, capable team. The company continues its organic expansion with several significant new management assignments coming online in 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Residential Maintenance: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Westbrook, ME 04092 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30