Join us at Abaris Real Estate, where your willingness to learn and your interest in hands-on work will be valued as we continue our journey of growth and innovation in property management.

As a Maintenance Helper trainee, you'll play an important role in helping keep our facilities and equipment in top condition while building real skills along the way. With training and support from our experienced team, you'll develop a proactive approach to inspections and preventative maintenance that helps enhance safety and extend the lifespan of our assets.

We're a dynamic team committed to operational excellence, and your growing skills and strong work ethic will be a key part of our success. If you're eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking work environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to start building your career with a company that values your development and advancement.

General Maintenance Responsibilities

• Assist with the general operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, common areas, and community facilities.
• Respond promptly to resident service requests and maintenance issues, escalating to senior staff when needed.
• Assist with drywall repairs and painting associated with repair work.
• Conduct regular inspections of the grounds, including the front and rear of all buildings, to help ensure cleanliness and curb appeal.
• Help inspect and monitor boilers in the mid-rise buildings under the guidance of experienced staff.
• Walk and inspect each floor of the buildings to identify maintenance or safety concerns, reporting findings to a supervisor.
• Assist with inspecting sprinkler rooms and related building systems.
• Replace HVAC filters and light bulbs as needed.
• Paint unit entry doors and other common area surfaces as assigned.
• Respond to water leaks, help identify the source of the issue, and perform or coordinate necessary repairs with support as needed.
• Assist with monitoring and checking fire alarm panels and related life-safety systems when required.
• Pick up maintenance supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
• Install portable air conditioning units when necessary.
• Safely climb ladders and access the rooftops of mid-rise buildings to perform inspections and maintenance tasks.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations and notify appropriate personnel when necessary.
• Learn and maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and OSHA safety regulations and standards.

On-Call and Emergency Response Responsibilities

• Carry and remain reachable by a company-provided emergency cell phone during assigned on-call periods.
• Participate in the on-call rotation, typically every two weeks.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies that pose a threat to life, property, residents, or common areas.
• Be available to perform emergency maintenance during evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non-scheduled work hours when required.
• Assist in addressing emergency conditions, including, but not limited to: sewer backups; water intrusion and flooding in units or common areas; building system failures; and other urgent maintenance-related incidents.
• Perform corrective actions to help resolve emergencies and ensure affected areas are properly cleaned and restored following the incident.
• Document emergency responses and communicate issues to management as appropriate.
• Keep a record of completed repairs and when equipment was last serviced.
• Learn to follow preventative maintenance protocols that keep equipment running smoothly and eliminate safety risks.
• Examine building windows, walls, and doors for damage and assist with repairs when needed.
• Handle additional maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assist with routine maintenance on equipment and systems such as HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, and electrical wiring to help ensure they operate efficiently, making repairs with support as skills develop.

• Some exposure to general building maintenance, repairs, or hands-on work, with a willingness to learn and grow on the job.
• Basic familiarity with plumbing, drywall, painting, or building systems, or eagerness to be trained in these areas.
• Willingness to learn how to identify and diagnose common maintenance issues, such as water leaks and equipment malfunctions, under supervision.
• Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and manage multiple tasks as skills develop.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders, access rooftops, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to helping maintain a safe, clean, and well-kept community.
• Interest in developing a working knowledge of heating and air conditioning units, plumbing systems, and electrical systems over time.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn proper use of maintenance equipment, tools, techniques, and procedures.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.

Abaris Real Estate Management Inc. was founded in 1975 and specializes in the management of condominium, cooperative, and homeowner association communities. We are an independently owned and operated community association management company based in Potomac, Maryland, and we serve the greater Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Abaris Realty is also proud to be a part of an elite group of management companies that have earned the Community Association Institute’s highest designation of Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC).