Maintenance Tech

Company: Capano Management
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Residential Maintenance Technician Department: Maintenance Location: Newark, DE & Wilmington, DE Reports To: Property Manager/Maintenance Supervisor Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm On Call: Some Nights/Weekends Required Compensation: $22 - $28 Hourly Benefits (based on experience and certifications) SUMMARY Perform minor building, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and painting repairs as necessary Implement preventative maintenance measures Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies Complete inspections of buildings, units, office and amenity space as needed Respond quickly in the event of an emergency, notify appropriate personnel and follow safety protocol Perform other maintenance duties as requested CLEAN CRIMINAL BACKGROUND REQUIRED ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but is not limited to the following: Report directly to Maintenance Supervisor (if available - on staff) otherwise to Property Manager/Assistant Property Manager. This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and building repair in a multifamily housing environment. Perform troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance, renovating and preparing vacant units to move in condition, outdoor grounds maintenance and property appearance. Candidates must possess basic hand tools; valid driver's license and have their own transportation. Respond to on call phone within reasonable period of time during regular business hours and while on call. Responds appropriately to requests from property manager and prioritizes jobs to complete in the quickest and most effective manner. Maintains building, performing routine painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and other related maintenance activities as needed. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must have good communication skills. Must have basic knowledge of construction and repair processes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a valid driver’s license, own transportation and tools. High school diploma/GED required Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds unassisted Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including snow blowers, pressure washer and small hand tools Effective written and oral communication skills Able to work well with minimal supervision Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or at least six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CERTIFICATIONS: Must have a valid driver's license & own vehicle. Clean background required. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively after groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems and find solutions within company protocol. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy lifting is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Must be physically capable of lifting 50 pounds unassisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. Full Time Employment Benefits: Capano Residential offers competitive compensation and benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits. Medical, Dental & Vision 401k Match Life Insurance Paid Time Off (Vacation/Personal/Sick Time) Job Type: Full-time Salary: $22.00 - $28.00 /hour benefits based on experience and certifications Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday On call Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Maintenance: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person

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