Balfour Beatty Investments - North America
Residential Maintenance Technician - Level I
Who we are
At Balfour Beatty Communities, we are dedicated to a singular mission: delivering the quality communities people are proud to call home. We believe exceptional living experiences can only be created whenWe Care—about our residents, our partners, our communities, and each other. Our culture of caring drives every aspect of our business, guiding us to always do the right thing and build meaningful connections as we fulfill the needs of our residents and partners with sincerity, empathy, and creativity.
Our Benefits
- Discretionary bonuses
- Medical and Dental Insurance 1st of the month following employment
- Health, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
- Company paid life insurance
- 401K plan with employer matching
- Robust PTO to include, sick, floating holidays, vacation, and personal days
- 2 Volunteer Days per year
- Company paid short-term and long- term disability, parental leave.
- And more!
About the role
The Maintenance Technician is integral to meeting this objective, with responsibility for maintaining the overall physical condition of the community and providing world-class service to our valued residents. Our Maintenance Technicians diagnose maintenance issues, make necessary repairs and ensure all resident service requests and other community maintenance is completed in a timely manner
You may be eligible for a $500 net sign on bonus to be paid out in your first paycheck
About the Maintenance Technician Job Family
Balfour Beatty Communities' (BBC) Maintenance Technician Job Family was established to provide a structure around the maintenance function at BBC. This new framework will create levels around roles and responsibilities, while also attracting, retaining, and growing our maintenance employees! Come grow with us!
Each level has their own requirements as defined in the job description and have a training plan set in place to help you achieve the next level. The Maintenance Job Family has the following levels:
- Maintenance Trainee
- Maintenance Technician I
- Maintenance Technician II
- Maintenance Technician III
What you'll be doing
- Provide maintenance support for general maintenance and orderliness of property HVA, mechanical, electrical, utilities and lighting systems. Including inspections and repairs
- Ensuring the successful execution of all company safety and environmental policies and procedures
- Delivering the highest level of resident satisfaction through responsive, consistent, positive, and professional interactions.
- Working a rotating on call schedule to have 24/7 maintenance coverage
Who we're looking for
Qualified candidates will have:
- High school diploma or GED graduate level
- 1-3 years of maintenance experience
- Basic trouble shooting skills
- Basic understanding on at least one of the following disciplines: electrical, plumbing, carpentry
- Ability to make repairs to resident homes to Company standards within time limits.
- Ability to learn quickly
- Certifications relevant to the region in which the technician works, for example: EPA 608, Boiler Certification, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair are obtained within 9 months of employment or promotion
- Required training courses completed within one (1) year of hire/promotion date.
- Valid, state-issued driver’s license with a safe driving record is required.
Typical Physical Demands:
Regularly use hands to manipulate tools, machinery, equipment, supplies, and office equipment. Frequently stand, reach with hands and arms, climb ladders, balance, and stoop. Sit and stand to do clerical work. Regularly lift and move equipment and supplies up to 50-75 lbs.
Typical Work Conditions:Work is performed in and outside a maintenance/machinery environment and in and outside residential properties. Employee frequently interacts directly with residents, maintenance, and communities’ staff during the workday.
Benefits:Discretionary bonuses, health/life insurance, retirement plan/401K contributions, paid time off, long-term, and short-term disability, paid parental leave.
Balfour Beatty Communities is part of Balfour Beatty Investments and Balfour Beatty, plc, an international group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains infrastructure assets.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Holding regionally relevant certifications like EPA 608 for refrigerants or state plumbing and electrical licenses significantly enhances employability in Yorktown's residential maintenance scene, demonstrating compliance and technical expertise that local employers highly value.
A typical day involves diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues, performing timely repairs, and conducting property inspections to maintain safety and comfort standards, all while balancing resident requests and rotating on-call duties.
Yes, structured levels from Maintenance Trainee up to Maintenance Technician III allow technicians to advance by gaining certifications and experience, providing a roadmap for increased responsibilities and salary growth within property maintenance careers.
Beyond competitive pay, technicians benefit from discretionary bonuses, comprehensive health coverage starting the first month, paid parental leave, and a 401k with employer match, fostering a supportive environment that values employee wellbeing.
The company’s emphasis on caring about residents and communities creates a service-driven work atmosphere where technicians are encouraged to build meaningful resident relationships, enhancing job satisfaction and community impact.
Entry to mid-level Residential Maintenance Technicians in Yorktown typically earn between $40,000 and $52,000 annually, reflecting local market demand and the specialized skills needed for residential systems upkeep.
Yes, 24/7 maintenance coverage is often required in Yorktown residential communities, meaning technicians must adjust to rotating on-call schedules to promptly handle urgent repairs and resident needs.
Work requires frequent lifting up to 75 pounds, climbing ladders, and manual dexterity with tools and equipment, calling for technicians to maintain good physical condition and endurance to meet job demands effectively.
Developing foundational electrical troubleshooting, wiring knowledge, and certification such as basic electrical codes will empower technicians to confidently tackle electrical maintenance tasks and reduce downtime.
Yes, they offer structured training plans aligned with each maintenance level, enabling technicians to build skills and certifications necessary for promotion within the company’s maintenance technician family.
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