Maintenance Technician I
Inframark
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Job Description
JOB FUNCTION / PURPOSE
The Community Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing property assets.
Essential Functions
- Responds to reports of maintenance problems and completes tasks within defined timing and quality requirements.
- Assigned task may include completing work in the following disciplines, mechanical, carpentry, painting, masonry, and other general maintenance activities.
- Orders and replaces doggie stations, liners and supplies related to each project.
- Responsible for pressure washing sidewalks, pool decks, signs, rails, light poles, benches, trash cans.
- Installs and repairs signs.
- Paints signs and curbs.
- Maintains files and records of work orders and task completion using iPad.
- Cleans and maintains company owned tools and equipment.
- Conducts routine equipment maintenance tests.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.
- Ensure operations are carried out in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures and the workplace is a safe and clean environment.
- Assist with any maintenance operation, as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements.
- Participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License (Class B CDL preferred). Other licenses may vary according to specific site and assignments.
Technical: Demonstrate working knowledge of hand and power tools and measuring devices
Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet. Basic knowledge of water/wastewater operations.
Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.
Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.
Managing for Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.
Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.
What Most Handyman Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Handyman work in Texas has no single license, but there are limits on what you can legally do without one. Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work beyond minor tasks belong to licensed trades. A good handyman knows where that line is and stays on the right side of it. Pay is hourly or per job, and independent handymen who build a reputation and a client list can earn well through repeat and referral work.
The surprise for many new hires is the sheer variety. One day is drywall and paint, the next is a ceiling fan, a door that will not close, or a fence repair. You need a broad tool kit, a reliable vehicle, and the judgment to price jobs fairly and finish them clean. There is little seasonality because homes always need repairs, though move-out and remodel seasons bring spikes. Customer trust is everything. People let you into their homes, so professionalism and cleanliness win the next job.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A handyman day is a series of varied jobs across one or several homes. You start by confirming the scope with each customer, then work through the list. Typical tasks include patching drywall, hanging shelves and fixtures, fixing doors and cabinets, sealing gaps, minor carpentry, and touch-up paint. You carry a broad tool set and stock common hardware so one trip covers most needs.
Estimating and communication run through the whole day. You look at a task, quote it, and set expectations before you begin. Protecting the home matters. You lay drop cloths, clean as you go, and leave each space better than you found it. Some jobs are quick and others reveal hidden problems once you open a wall, so flexibility is key. You track materials and time for the invoice. The reward is variety and steady problem solving, plus the repeat customers who call you first every time something breaks.
What Handyman Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Maintenance and Repair Workers, General).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $22.46/hr.
Building a Handyman Career in Texas
Texas has no general handyman license, and a handyman can legally handle many small repairs and cosmetic work. The key limit is that electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work beyond minor tasks belongs to licensed trades. Larger remodels can require a permit and a licensed contractor. A good handyman knows where that line sits and refers or partners out the licensed work. The path here is reputation based. You build skill across many small trades, earn repeat customers, and can grow into a small home-repair or remodeling business.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Helper / Entry Handyman $38,584/yr
Learn a broad set of repair and maintenance tasks across trades.
- 2 Skilled Handyman $46,717/yr
Work solo across drywall, carpentry, doors, fixtures, and finishes.
- 3 Lead / Specialist $60,466/yr
Take on remodels and larger projects, coordinating licensed trades.
- 4 Independent Operator $60,466/yr
Build a client list and run your own schedule and pricing.
- 5 Home Repair Business Owner $76,211/yr
Grow into a repair or remodeling company with employees.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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