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Residential Maintenance Technician (Plumbing)

SFR3 Fund
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Birmingham, AL, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Part Time

Paid Time Off

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  • The position of Property Engineer (PE) focuses on ensuring tenant satisfaction through home inspections, repairs, and maintenance.
  • Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in multi-trade knowledge, particularly in plumbing and HVAC.
  • The role offers an industry-leading hourly rate with guaranteed 40 hours of work each week, as well as gas and vehicle reimbursement at 70 cents per mile.
  • Key responsibilities include conducting property inspections, managing move-in/out meetings, and maintaining property conditions using technology.
  • Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to professional appearance and customer service.

As a PE, you’ll play a key role in ensuring tenant satisfaction by inspecting, repairing, and maintaining homes. You’ll proactively identify and address issues, setting the standard for our relationship with tenants through excellent service and communication.

  • Perform general maintenance and repairs, including Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical work.
    • Must be strongly proficient in residential Plumbing (strong preference for candidates with both advanced HVAC and Plumbing expertise)
  • Travel from home to home within your metro daily
  • Conduct property inspections, secure homes, and complete vacancy/wellness checks.
  • Handle minor pre-renovation repairs, utility inspections, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Manage move-in/out meetings and property turnovers.
  • Maintain and document property conditions using handheld technology (e.g., iPad, iPhone).

Key Qualities for Success:

  • Trustworthy: Be the friendly, reliable point of contact for residents, neighbors, and code enforcement. By providing transparency and dependability, you’ll help create a positive, trust-based relationship with our tenants.
  • Ownership: Take full responsibility for work orders (WO), setting realistic expectations, communicating timelines, and following through to resolution.
  • Clear Communication: Keep residents informed every step of the way, ensuring they know the next steps and expected completion dates.

Qualifications:

  • Multi-Trade Knowledge: Proficient in carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and property turns.
  • Customer-Focused: Strong communication skills for positive resident and team interactions.
  • Tools & Transportation: Must own tools and have a truck or van.
  • Licensing & Location: Valid driver’s license required; reside within reasonable proximity.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
  • Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using handheld devices for work orders and updates (IOS).
  • Code Knowledge: Familiar with building codes, EPA, and OSHA regulations.
  • Professionalism: Maintains a reliable, professional appearance.
  • On-Call Ready: Available for emergency requests.

Perks and Benefits

  • COMPENSATION - Industry leading hourly rate!
    • BONUS - Best in class bonus incentives quarterly tied to performance
  • GUARANTEED HOURS - We guarantee at least 40 hours of work, or we will make up the difference. 
  • GAS/VEHICLE REIMBURSEMENT - We reimburse you for both gas and vehicle. In total → 70 cents per mile
  • OTHER PERKS - PTO, Fully Covered Health/Dental for Employee, 401K , plus much more. We are hand-picking a very small team of the best
  • GROWTH - American Avenue is rapidly growing. Our mission is to create the best in class maintenance team in the country! Strong growth opportunities for performers. 
  • TOOL REIMBURSEMENT policy
  • STREAMLINED TECHNOLOGY - we will make your life simple with tech that will help route, assign, and manage your workflow. 

This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about creating safe, comfortable homes and are looking for a role with autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to make a positive impact. Join us to help shape the reputation and success of American Avenue.










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