Maintenance Technician

Residential properties run on maintenance. Leasing fills units; maintenance keeps them. When work orders pile up, curb appeal slips, or a unit sits unturned, it costs the property money and residents patience. Berkshire Residential Investments operates as both owner and manager of its communities, which means the maintenance team isn't just a vendor relationship. It's core to how the asset performs.

This opening at Highland Park at Columbia I is a hands-on technician role. You'll carry a full scope of general maintenance: appliances, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and building upkeep. You'll also support shop organization, equipment care, and key security. Curb appeal is part of the job, not an afterthought.

What the Work Looks Like Day to Day

Your day starts with a work order queue and ends with a walkthrough. You handle resident service requests, assist with make-readies, and keep the property looking sharp. You're expected to troubleshoot across trades rather than call out every small issue. The role also puts you alongside property management staff, so good communication matters. Residents see you regularly, and first impressions stick.

Berkshire is specific about one thing: they want someone who takes ownership of the physical condition of the property. That means you notice the broken gate before a resident does. You flag the potential safety issue before it becomes a liability. You close out work orders clean.

What You'll Need Coming In

• At least one year of residential or community maintenance experience
• Working knowledge across appliances, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry
• Comfort with computers and basic software for work order management
• Strong written and verbal English communication
• A track record of following through without close supervision

Technicians who stand out at properties like this one tend to be fast diagnosticians. They don't just fix what's reported. They notice what's adjacent to the reported problem and address it while they're there. That habit cuts repeat work orders and builds real trust with residents and management alike.

Berkshire offers three weeks of vacation, personal development plans, a 25% rent discount, and health insurance. The company manages its own portfolio, so there's internal mobility for technicians who want to grow toward lead or maintenance supervisor roles over time.