Maintenance Technician- Oleander Commons

National Church Residences · Houston, TX Full Time

$41652 – $41652 / year

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Job Description

Job Description: Competitive Pay - Awesome Benefits! Oleander Commons- 65 units Work Type: Full time, 40 hours per week Oleander Commons located in Houston,Texas is a senior apartment community with a team of property management professionals that are unmatched in the area! We are seeking Maintenance Technicians who will share in our vision to advance better living and care for seniors! On-Call Requirement : This position requires availability for on-call duties 24/7, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to respond to maintenance emergencies as needed. - $60/month mobile phone allowance Key Responsibilities Perform routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems. Diagnose and repair maintenance issues in a timely manner. Maintain interior and exterior common areas, ensuring safety and cleanliness. Complete minor carpentry, painting, appliance, and general repairs. Supervise and mentor junior maintenance staff, when applicable. Manage inventory and submit maintenance records and reports. Comply with all safety regulations and building codes. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training preferred 1-2 years of residential or apartment maintenance experience required Skilled in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills Relevant certifications (HVAC, OSHA, etc.) a plus Valid driver's license required In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package that includes: Medical & Rx – 3 plan options to fit your budget; choose from coverage offered through a Nationwide network for you and your family Complimented with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account or Employer funded Health Savings Account Includes Fertility & Family Building Support , Weight Management , and Chronic Condition Support Parental Leave paid at 100% for four weeks Coverage begins first of the month following your date of hire! Dental & Vision coverage for you and your family with Nationwide providers Company provided Life & ADD insurance and Disability coverage Voluntary benefits such as Life & ADD for you and your family, Accident Insurance , Hospital Indemnity , Critical Illness , and Pet Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care (with company match) and Transportation & Parking Well-being Programs including an enhanced EAP with mental health and work-life support , tobacco cessation , and Well-Being Your Way which offers up to $1000/year in rewards & reimbursements ! 3-4-5 Retirement Program offering immediate company funding at 3%, increasing up to 5% over time and an additional company match up to 5% when you contribute your own funds! Reimbursement for Tuition expenses Paid Time Off ( PTO ) and 9 paid Holidays *Programs vary depending on Full Time, Part Time or Contingent Status Want to know more? We can’t wait to tell you! Apply today! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.