Assistant Lead Maintenance - Bentley Place Apartments

Position: Apartment Assistant Lead Maintenance

At Gaines Investment Trust, we take pride in offering our residents comfortable, well-maintained apartment homes. We seek a full-time Apartment Assistant Lead Maintenance to join our dedicated team and provide exceptional service to our residents.

What You Will Do:

• Perform routine maintenance and repair tasks within occupied apartment units and common areas.
• Diagnose and resolve maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and appliance repairs.
• Complete work orders promptly and efficiently.
• Conduct preventative maintenance.
• Assist with the turnover process for vacant units, including cleaning, painting, and minor repairs.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of pools, common areas, and grounds.
• Communicate effectively with residents to address maintenance requests and provide updates.
• Coordinate with property management to prioritize and schedule maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams/vendors and contractors for specialized repairs.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours maintenance emergencies.
• Perform other assigned tasks.

What You Will Bring:

• Previous experience (1+ years) in apartment maintenance.
• Currently resides within the Plano, Texas area, or a 20-minute commute.
• Proficient in basic plumbing, electrical, and gas water heaters and fireplaces.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Basic computer skills for recording and tracking maintenance activities.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy objects, climb stairs, and perform manual labor.
• Strong work ethic, a positive attitude
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
• HVAC certification is required.

Company Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, plus a robust benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Eligibility for rent discount
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Short-term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Pet Insurance
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Why You’ll Love Gaines Investment Trust:
Not only do we invest in our properties, but we also invest in YOU! Employees are proud to be a part of G.I.T. because we are a 100% family-owned and operated business. G.I.T. provides work stability with long-term holds, is passionate about seeing employees grow, demonstrates a unique work-family culture, and does not manage properties for anyone else. We are proud to assist each employee with ongoing training on their journey to success.

Who We Are:
Gaines Investment Trust is a dynamic, family-owned real estate investment and management company that has been in business since 1966. We are committed to each property in our portfolio and to our passion for providing excellent service to our 8,000+ residents. Simply put, we own properties we would enjoy living in, hire personnel who embrace our philosophies, and manage our communities so that our residents enjoy calling each G.I.T. community their home.

Learn more about Gaines Investment Trust and our multifamily properties by visiting our website at www.GainesInvestmentTrust.com.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered for employment without considering race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.