Maintenance Apprentice - Troy

Equity Residential

The Role

Overview

Train as a maintenance technician apprentice with hands‑on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • maintenance tasks
  • equipment operation
  • team training

Tasks

-Perform maintenance tasks to gain hands-on experience and showcase proficiency -Learn to operate light equipment for basic repairs under the guidance of skilled technical staff -Partner with assigned service team members for on the job training

Requirements

  • computer literacy
  • smartphone
  • driver's license
  • mechanical aptitude
  • trade school
  • epa 608

What You Bring

-Learn relevant computer software applications used by the service team -Service team employees, with limited exceptions, are required to use their own smartphone to perform certain aspects of their job. The device must have updated software and must be password-protected and compliant with in-house security systems and operations software. -Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends -A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation is required if the employee will operate a motorized vehicle (e.g., car, golf cart) during their workday and/or as part of their role. -Computer literacy and effective communication skills; Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in English for all work-related purposes. -General ability to demonstrate mechanical aptitude -Residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail experience -High School diploma or equivalent -Upon successful promotion to Maintenance Technician, must be able to work any assigned shift, including weekends. Shifts may change according to business needs. Must be able to respond to emergencies after normal business hours and on weekends when assigned on-call responsibilities. A telephone number where you can be reached after-hours must be provided to your manager. -Demonstrate skills and processes by working independently or with a team as training progresses -Trade school certification/diploma -EPA Section 608 Type I, Type II or Universal certification -Observe, learn, and understand a wide range of maintenance skills and processes -Ability to perform numerous physical activities that require considerable use of your hands, arms and legs and moving your whole body, including prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, sweeping, stooping, kneeling,shoveling, crouching, lifting and handling of materials. Frequent lifting,grasping and carrying materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

-Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, Competitive Compensation -Social Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits -Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision care -Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours -Employees are eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives.

The Company

About Equity Residential

-Specializes in owning, managing, and developing residential communities with a focus on luxury apartments. - caters to a variety of tenant needs, from urban professionals to families, across top metropolitan markets. -places a strong emphasis on creating vibrant, sustainable living spaces that enhance the quality of life for residents. -has a track record of successful property acquisitions and developments in major U.S. cities. - known for revitalizing urban neighborhoods through strategic investments and offering state-of-the-art amenities. -focuses on long-term growth through strategic property development and management.

Sector Specialisms

Residential