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Invitation Homes

Public REIT renting single-family homes

Maintenance Technician 2

Building & Property MaintenancePosted on Nov 13
Full-timeHouston, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Two to five or more years of proven experience in residential repairs and maintenance, other building maintenance, or related experience.
  • OSHA 10 certification is required; new hires who are not already certified must complete it within 90 days.
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, along with verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfort using mobile devices such as an iPad or iPhone and various mobile applications.
  • Understanding of residential construction and mechanical systems, with the ability to perform general repairs in some of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, sheetrock, exterior structural work, minor HVAC, and appliances. Some training will be provided.
  • A current driver's license, automobile insurance, and any other licenses or certifications required by state law.
  • Ability to work regularly and consistently, including occasional weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to provide basic hand and power tools.
  • Ability to perform work involving frequent climbing, reaching, finger use, stooping, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, and hearing.
  • Ability to lift or move more than 50 pounds and operate standard maintenance equipment as assigned.

Responsibilities

  • Complete maintenance service requests across multiple trades.
  • Provide customer service and promote a quality living experience for residents.
  • Perform required work while demonstrating respect for residents’ homes.
  • Complete regular ProCare visits in residents’ homes to perform proactive maintenance and repairs, complete the associated checklist in the mobile app, and schedule the next visit through the app.
  • Educate residents on maintenance topics by showing them the Invitation Homes expectations webpage.
  • Educate residents on the functional systems of their rental homes.
  • Complete general property condition assessments at property visits and alert the property management team when items require immediate attention.
  • Review and use technician-specific reports to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Perform repairs in vacant properties while they are on the market or during the turn process.
  • Properly use and care for company-supplied tools, materials, and vehicles.
  • Review the next day’s appointments daily to ensure the proper equipment, materials, information, and allotted time are available to complete work in one visit.
  • Adhere to Invitation Homes safety guidelines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Multilingual ability is a plus.
  • EPA Certification: Type I, Type II, and/or EPA Universal.
  • HVAC certification.
  • CPO (pool) certification.

About the Company

Invitation Homes

Public REIT renting single-family homes

Invitation Homes is a real estate investment trust that owns and manages a large portfolio of single-family rental homes in the United States. It operates a vertically integrated model that covers acquiring, renovating, leasing, and professional property management. Revenue comes from rent paid by individuals and families who want flexible access to quality homes in desirable neighborhoods, with focus on the Western U.S., Florida, and the Southeast. The company differentiates itself through its size after a major merger, build-to-rent programs, and in-house services like ProCare maintenance, 24/7 emergency repairs, and a resident app; its goal is to grow its portfolio and provide steady income for shareholders.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
2012

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