Full-Time

Maintenance Technician

Posted on 9/10/2026

PeakMade Real Estate

PeakMade Real Estate

501-1,000 employees

Property management, development, and consulting

Compensation Overview

$20 - $22/hr

+ Monthly renewal bonus + 401(k) match

Merced, CA, USA

In Person

Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property.

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
HVAC
Inventory Management
Plumbing

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least one year of maintenance experience is required, preferably in the apartment industry.
  • Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property.
  • Must have reliable transportation and be able to accommodate a rotating on-call schedule.
  • Must be able to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and other community systems.
  • Must use general maintenance equipment, including hand tools, ladders, refrigerant recovery units, landscaping equipment, and required safety equipment, without jeopardizing the safety of themselves, fellow associates, or residents.
  • Must provide the hand tools needed for the position.
  • Ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances.
  • Ability to use ladders to access heights exceeding eight to nine feet.
  • Ability to work outdoors in temperatures exceeding 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks safely.
  • Frequent bending and stooping to access necessary equipment and machinery.
  • Must hold other licenses and certifications required by local, state, or federal law.
Responsibilities
  • Complete all service requests and repairs thoroughly and in a timely manner.
  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with monitoring inventory of equipment, tools, parts, and supplies.
  • Maintain customer service standards and communicate with residents, employees, vendors, and supervisors.
  • Comply with personnel management policies and procedures and maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area.
  • Maintain the preventive maintenance schedule and program.
  • Work with the Maintenance Supervisor to adhere to budget guidelines and maintain the community according to operating and safety standards.
  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with maintaining a hazard communications program.
  • Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features to minimize liability concerns.
  • Ensure adherence to company safety and hazard communications programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Work with the maintenance team to maintain excellent curb appeal.
  • Assist residents with the move-in and move-out process as needed.
  • Assist with scheduling and performing maintenance and repair-related turn events.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturers' recommendations and operating manuals.
  • Address complaints and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to the upkeep and cleaning of offices, common areas, and the model unit.
  • Assist with daily cleanup of the property's exterior, including grounds, breezeways, and common areas.
  • Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning and maintain accurate, timely chemical logs.
  • Participate in the on-call rotation for emergency service.
  • Perform additional assigned tasks and responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications
  • EPA Type I and II certification is preferred.

PeakMade Real Estate is a diversified real estate services firm based in Atlanta that offers property management, development, and consulting for conventional multifamily and student housing. Its products are integrated services: property management to operate and maintain existing properties, development to plan and build new projects, and consulting to guide strategy and investment decisions. The company works by coordinating these services under one roof to execute strategies that align with partners’ long-term investment goals, with a focus on community and collaboration rather than short-term gains. PeakMade differentiates itself from competitors by combining multiple real estate disciplines in a single, partner-aligned approach and by prioritizing long-term investment outcomes and community foundations over isolated transactions. The goal is to help partners grow stable, well-managed, and thoughtfully developed portfolios of multifamily and student housing properties over time.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • March 26, 2026 added five student and four multifamily communities across six states.
  • December 11, 2025 expanded multifamily portfolio by five communities and 700+ units.
  • July 2026 leadership hires in innovation, technology, and AI target automation and margin gains.

What critics are saying

  • NLRB case 25-CA-366748, filed June 3, 2025, alleges bargaining refusal and retaliation.
  • BBB logged 117 complaints in three years through August 2025, signaling service failures.
  • Resident and labor friction can poison third-party wins and shrink PeakMade's growth pipeline by 2027.

What makes PeakMade Real Estate unique

  • Blue Vista's affiliate PeakMade managed 141,000+ beds across 320+ properties by August 2026.
  • July 29, 2026 CEO Casey Petersen and Director Elliott Yourse signal operator-heavy execution.
  • PeakMade combines student housing, multifamily, and build-to-rent development, management, and consulting.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Wellness Program

401(k) Company Match

Conference Attendance Budget

Mentorship Program

Professional Development Budget

Training Programs

Professional Certification Support