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CWS Apartment Homes

Manages luxury apartment communities

Maintenance Technician

Full-TimePosted on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Entry
Houston, TX, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • At least one year of previous experience in apartment maintenance or a trade requiring basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and HVAC is preferred.
  • Applicable certifications, including EPA, HVAC I and II, and CPO, are required.
  • A valid driver's license and current automobile insurance are required.
  • A basic set of hand tools is required.
  • Ability to read service requests and schedules and regularly converse with team members, residents, and vendors in English.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to adhere to set and variable work schedules, including weekends and emergencies as required.
  • Ability to adhere to company policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to maintain a professional and ethical atmosphere.
  • Ability to perform work responsibilities at locations other than the home property.
  • Ability to travel within major metropolitan areas and attend company functions in other cities as required.
  • Ability to respond to emergency calls outside normal business hours.
  • Ability to perform frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, ladder climbing, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
  • Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull tools, appliances, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare make-ready apartments.
  • Complete service requests.
  • Perform common area maintenance.
  • Maintain inventory and shop organization.
  • Participate in the preventative maintenance program.
  • Participate in resident satisfaction programs.
  • Communicate with customers, residents, investors, vendors, leadership, and CWS team members.
  • Participate in CWS Risk Management and Safety Programs.
  • Maintain the integrity and smooth operation of the community in accordance with safety standards and provide customer service.
  • Prioritize the health, well-being, and safety of team members, residents, contractors, and oneself in conducting business activities.
  • Work throughout residential apartment communities, including occupied units, vacant apartments, exterior grounds, and maintenance areas.

About the company

CWS Apartment Homes manages luxury apartment communities for renters across the United States, combining on-site service with centralized property operations. Residents sign leases ranging from month-to-month to 18 months and use online portals to pay rent, ask questions and request maintenance. Its apartment business grew out of investments in manufactured housing, and the wider CWS group acquires, develops and sells properties as well as managing them. Local teams handle leasing and resident service, maintain buildings and shared amenities, and coordinate property operations with the wider investment business. Founded in 1969, CWS Apartment Homes is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Austin, TX

Founded

1969

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What believers are saying

  • Onboarding includes leadership access: CWS's monthly New Hire Experience connects recruits with leaders and fellow new starters.
  • Housing costs receive support: Marquis Dominion's director posting advertises a 50% apartment rental discount for onsite team members.
  • Leasing teams reach workplace audiences: CWS's Preferred Employer Program markets housing benefits through participating employers at no additional cost.

What critics are saying

  • Maintenance leadership extends after hours: The Marq on West 7th requires emergency responses and management of on-call rotations.
  • Maintenance leaders supply equipment: The Marq on West 7th requires personal hand tools and current automobile insurance.
  • Resident transfers carry costs: CWS requires half the lease completed, $500 and new security deposits.

What makes CWS Apartment Homes unique

  • Community leaders get local control: CWS gives Community Directors autonomy to lead their own teams.
  • Giving has a defined match: CWS's BRIDGE program donates $20 per volunteer hour, capped at 12 hours.
  • Renters get an early exit: CWS's 30-day guarantee terminates leases, subject to payment and written-notice rules.

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