Part Time Service Technician
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Fairstead is hiring a part-time on-site Maintenance Technician in Davenport, IA to oversee day-to-day operations and maintain the property’s assets. Key duties include inspecting buildings and equipment, performing preventative maintenance, enforcing standards, ensuring safety for occupants, cleaning vacated units, checking electrical wiring and monthly safety systems, and supporting on-call emergency response while tracking tools and supplies. Qualifications include mechanical and electrical aptitude, general maintenance skills, strong verbal and written communication, and prior service tech experience; HVAC or CMRP certification is a plus. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 70 pounds. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight hands-on maintenance, safety compliance, and on-call reliability, and show alignment with Fairstead’s values of entrepreneurship and integrity.
Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC, Fairstead owns and manages a portfolio of more than 27,000 apartments across 28 states. As an integrated owner, operator, and innovator, Fairstead brings development, construction, and property management under one unified platform to deliver high-quality affordable housing that serves our residents at scale.
At Fairstead, we believe affordable housing should be thoughtfully designed, professionally managed, and responsibly operated. We seek to create and preserve housing that serves residents while delivering long-term value to communities, partners, and stakeholders. Fairstead challenges industry norms through our tech-forward, entrepreneurial approach to affordable housing. In addition to core real estate capabilities, we operate innovative service lines designed to improve resident outcomes, strengthen communities, and drive operational efficiency. We embrace digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies, including AI, to build scalable systems that support sustainable growth, grounded in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, partnership, dedication, and integrity.
Fairstead is hiring a Maintenance Technician to maintain the day-to-day operations and assume responsibility for maintaining the property's physical assets.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspect buildings and equipment regularly for needed repairs and improvements.
- Perform necessary preventative maintenance and repairs on the property as needed.
- Implement maintenance policies and standards to prevent misuse of property appliances.
- Ensure that properties are safe and avoid any danger to their occupants, visitors, and workers.
- Clean and prepare vacated buildings and rooms for new occupants to move in.
- Check electrical wiring for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Check safety systems and devices for operational effectiveness monthly.
- Participate in the on-call rotation. Respond promptly to emergency maintenance problems that may require attention outside of normal working hours.
- Maintain an inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Mechanical skills to handle minor repairs and fixtures.
- Knowledge of electricity to diagnose electrical problems and carry out minor repairs.
- General maintenance skills.
- Verbal and written communication skills for effective delivery of information.
- Prior experience as a Service Technician or in a similar role.
- HVAC, CMRP, or equivalent certification preferred.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift to 70 pounds without assistance.
- Dexterity and attention to detail.
Diversity in backgrounds and experiences is key to Fairstead’s success. Being an equal opportunity employer is a central tenet of our philosophy that shapes who we are and the communities we serve. Our goal is to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, location, and other market benchmarks.
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