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Maintenance Technician

CommonPlace, Durham, NC, United States


At CommonPlace, we believe homes are more than four walls—it's where people find belonging. Our communities are designed to be welcoming, approachable, and rooted in their neighborhoods. Every team member plays a role in shaping spaces that residents are proud to call home.

We're looking for a Maintenance Technician for our Vivo Living Property in Durham, NC, who takes pride in their work, values great service, and enjoys being part of a supportive team. If you're someone who cares about quality, details, and making a real difference in residents' everyday lives, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

Prepare apartment homes for new residents with high‑quality make‑readies

Respond to service requests promptly and professionally

Partner closely with your property and maintenance team to keep the community running smoothly

Maintain the appearance and function of apartments, amenities, grounds, and buildings

Oversee vendor work to ensure quality and timeliness

Keep supplies organized, order parts as needed, and track inventory

Stay compliant with OSHA standards and follow company safety policies

Perform routine and preventative maintenance

Assist with the bid process and training of maintenance team members

Handle lock changes, snow/ice removal, and other on‑site needs

Be available for on‑call rotation and respond to after‑hours emergencies

Report unusual or urgent issues to the Property Manager

Secure supplies and travel to other properties as needed

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Apartment maintenance or handyman experience required

Knowledge of HVAC (certification a plus), plumbing, and electrical

Self‑motivated with strong attention to detail

Comfortable using power tools and hand tools safely

Positive, professional, and resident‑focused attitude

Supervisory or training experience preferred

Must be able to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas

Must be able to regularly push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to 50lbs independently

Ability to be on site 5 days per week

Willingness to be on‑call and work some weekends

Ability to travel between nearby properties and complete supply pickups

Valid driver's license and auto‑insurance needed to travel when getting supplies for the property

Compensation
$27 – $28 per hour + Performance Incentives

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

Wellness Benefits & Resources

Parental Leave

Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability

Training & Development Programs

A warm collaborative culture

We are an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected class. Our locations are drug‑free. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E‑Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.

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