Assistant Maintenance

ONYX Multifamily Group | Waco, TX
Full-Time | On-Site

Build Your Career With ONYX Multifamily Group

ONYX Multifamily Group provides quality living spaces and exceptional customer service. We strive to create a supportive work environment that fosters career growth and personal development for all team members.

We are looking for a dependable and hands-on Assistant Maintenance team member to support the maintenance operations at The Edmond, our multifamily community in Waco, Texas.

The Assistant Maintenance role is responsible for supporting the maintenance team with service requests, repairs, preventive maintenance, unit turnovers, and overall property upkeep. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, organization, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing a safe and well-maintained community.

If you enjoy working with your hands, solving maintenance issues, supporting a team, and taking pride in the appearance and condition of a community, we want to meet you.

What You'll Own

As the Assistant Maintenance, you will support the Lead Maintenance Technician and maintenance team in keeping the property, apartment homes, amenities, and equipment safe, functional, and well-maintained.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Complete resident maintenance requests promptly and assist with emergency maintenance needs while following safety procedures.
• Perform routine inspections and repairs involving basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, appliances, and general maintenance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections of A/C units, roofs, stairways, parking areas, laundry facilities, exterior lighting, and common areas.
• Keep walkways, stairwells, common areas, and other property areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Maintain and organize maintenance shops, tools, equipment, and supply storage areas.
• Properly store chemicals according to manufacturer and company guidelines.
• Maintain community amenities, including pools, playgrounds, clubhouses, and recreational areas.
• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness and organization of property grounds.
• Assist with preparing vacant apartment homes for new residents and ensuring units are move-in ready.
• Work with the maintenance team to complete make-ready units efficiently and ensure appliances, fixtures, and utilities are functioning properly.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including Freon replacement and pool logs as required.
• Assist with maintaining inventory records for appliances and equipment.
• Follow MSDS requirements, safety guidelines, company policies, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a courteous and professional relationship with residents, coworkers, vendors, and team members.
• Report to work on time, maintain a professional appearance, and wear company-provided uniforms and required safety equipment when applicable.

What We're Looking For

Maintenance experience matters for this role.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position satisfactorily.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines, company policies, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance, property management, or a related field.
• Previous multifamily or apartment maintenance experience.
• HVAC experience.
• EPO experience.
• Experience with service requests, preventive maintenance, unit turnovers, and make-ready work.
• Experience maintaining pools, community amenities, tools, equipment, and inventory.

Who Thrives at ONYX?

• We would especially like to meet candidates who:
• Enjoy hands-on work and take pride in maintaining a property.
• Are dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple maintenance tasks.
• Take ownership of their work and follow through on service requests and repairs.
• Are proactive in identifying maintenance issues and finding practical solutions.
• Work well independently while supporting the maintenance team.
• Communicate professionally with residents, coworkers, vendors, and management.
• Care about safety, cleanliness, property appearance, and resident satisfaction.
• Are motivated to learn, develop their maintenance skills, and grow within the multifamily industry.

Why ONYX?

At ONYX Multifamily Group, we believe strong communities are built by strong teams.

Our approach is grounded in:

Grace in leadership.
Grit in execution.
Growth for those we serve.

We value people who take ownership, solve problems, support their teams, and care about the communities they serve.

This is an opportunity to join a growing multifamily organization where team members can make an impact, develop their skills, and contribute to an exceptional resident experience.

Your Next Step Could Be ONYX

If you're dependable, hands-on, and ready for an opportunity to develop your maintenance skills while contributing to a well-maintained community, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today to join ONYX Multifamily Group at The Edmond Apartments in Waco, Texas.

ONYX Multifamily Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.