Maintenance Technician

Maintenance technician roles at apartment communities are where technical skill meets resident-facing service every single day. At Eastwood Village Apartments in Clinton Township, Michigan, Paragon Properties is looking for someone who brings both. This isn't a backroom position. You're the person residents count on, and the condition of the property reflects your work directly.

What This Role Actually Requires

You'll need at least one year of hands-on maintenance experience, whether that came from a trade school program, a vocational background, or time on the job. HVAC certification (Type II or Universal) is strongly preferred, and heating and cooling repairs will be a regular part of your work. Beyond HVAC, the role spans a wide technical range: troubleshooting plumbing and electrical systems, repairing major appliances, servicing pool and spa equipment, and handling make-ready work that includes drywall patching, painting, and rough carpentry. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required, along with the ability to work outdoors across all seasons. Emergency on-call rotation covers after-hours, weekends, and holidays, so dependability isn't optional.

Customer service matters here too, and it's not a soft add-on. When you respond to a service request, you're interacting with someone in their home. How you communicate, how you leave the unit, and how quickly you resolve the issue all shape how residents experience the community.

What You'll Build Here

Technicians who come in with solid fundamentals but gaps in certain systems tend to develop quickly in roles like this, because the work is varied enough to expose you to situations you haven't encountered before. Paragon offers formal training and a certification program, and the tool kit provided after your first 30 days signals that they're investing in you for the long haul. Compensation runs up to $26 per hour depending on experience and certifications, and the package includes paid time off, nine company-paid holidays, a 401(k) with employer contribution, a rent discount, after-hours on-call bonuses, and quarterly team bonuses. Medical, dental, and optical insurance carry a minimal waiting period for enrollment, and life and disability insurance are company-paid.

What Separates Strong Candidates

The technicians who stand out in community maintenance aren't just technically capable. They read a work order and anticipate what else might need attention in the same unit. They notice curb appeal issues and report potential liabilities before a manager has to ask. They treat a make-ready turn with the same care as a resident-occupied service call. If you bring HVAC certification, a genuine range of trade skills, and the kind of reliability that makes a team trust your on-call rotation, this role gives you a clear path toward lead technician or maintenance supervisor responsibilities over time.

• 1+ years of maintenance experience (technical, vocational, or on-the-job)
• HVAC Type II or Universal certification strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliances, and pool equipment
• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or college-level coursework strongly preferred
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to participate in emergency on-call rotation
• Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical required