Maintenance Technician

Overview

Federal Realty Investment Trust is a publicly traded company that is a proven leader in the ownership, operation, and redevelopment of high quality retail real estate in the country’s best markets. We believe we are one of the most innovative and dynamic real estate companies you can work for. Candidates who research Federal Realty hear a lot about the high quality shopping centers, urban lifestyle centers and residential products. We have a well respected real estate team at our core but it's the smaller intangible things that can make working at Federal so satisfying. You see while we're one of the largest publicly traded real estate investment trusts in the country, as measured by the value of our shopping centers, we're really a very small company by most standards and we try to operate that way. Our stability and success is due to our great team of employees! Would you like to join our team? If so, learn more about our current opportunity below.

Federal Realty Investment Trust is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support property operations at Santana Row in San Jose, CA. This is a full-time position. This is a hands-on, early-to-mid-level role for a dependable candidate with maintenance experience, a willingness to learn, and the ability to support routine repairs, property upkeep, event setup, and daily operational needs. Training may be provided for site-specific procedures and additional technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance throughout the property.
• Complete work orders accurately and communicate status updates, property needs, and potential issues to the appropriate team members.
• Support basic plumbing, lighting, HVAC, drywall, painting, carpentry, asphalt, concrete, paver, tile, and general repair needs.
• Set up and break down marketing events, seasonal displays, holiday lights, decorations, furnishings, fixtures, and property equipment.
• Maintain loading docks, compactor areas, service areas, common areas, and other assigned property spaces.
• Coordinate professionally with tenants, residents, visitors, vendors, Security, and internal departments to support daily operations.
• Follow company policies, property standards, OSHA guidelines, and applicable safety practices when performing maintenance, vendor support, ladder, lift, traffic, or pedestrian-related work.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant maintenance experience required.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and general maintenance work.
• Basic understanding of plumbing, lighting, HVAC, and general repair work; additional training may be provided.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to share updates, report issues, and coordinate work with others.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible day/evening shift and overtime hours, as needed.
• Must be available for on-call duty when scheduled, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and perform physical duties associated with maintenance work, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work on ladders up to twelve (12) feet

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior maintenance experience, preferably in commercial real estate, retail, hospitality, or property operations.
• Experience operating or certification to operate a forklift, scissor lift, or boom lift.
• Certifications or formal training in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or related maintenance trades.
• OSHA safety certification or related workplace safety training.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Work Schedule: Afternoon shift of 10am – 6:30pm. Initial schedule will be Monday through Friday for training purposes. Once training is complete, the schedule will transition to the designated shift of Wednesday through Sunday, 5 days a week. Subject to change.

Salary Range: The typical hourly pay range is $28.50-$34.00 (equivalent to $60,000-$70,000 a year). Salary is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, training, and/or certification in electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC.

Federal Realty Investment Trust is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Federal values a diverse workforce and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetics, or protected Veteran status.

Federal Realty Investment Trust does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Federal Realty Investment Trust and Federal Realty Investment Trust will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please call 301-998-8100.