Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

Blue Ridge Escapes is a fast-growing vacation rental and property management company serving the New River Valley, including Blacksburg, Christiansburg, Pulaski, and surrounding areas.

We partner with homeowners to care for their properties while delivering five-star guest experiences. Our team is built on reliability, strong systems, and mutual respect - and we’re intentionally building a team of people who take pride in their work and show up consistently.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing company where your work matters daily and strong performers have the opportunity to grow with us.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a dependable, hands-on Maintenance Technician to help maintain and support our portfolio of vacation rental properties.

In this role, you’ll work across multiple homes completing repairs, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting issues that directly impact the guest experience. This is a field-based role where reliability, attention to detail, and problem-solving are critical.

Key Responsibilities

General Maintenance

• Perform minor repairs such as fixing doors, locks, drywall, trim, and fixtures

• Replace light bulbs, air filters, smoke detector batteries, and small hardware

• Address basic plumbing issues (clogs, leaks, running toilets, faucet repairs)

• Assist with basic electrical tasks (switches, outlets, fixtures)

Preventative Property Care

• Complete routine property inspections and maintenance checklists

• Identify potential issues before they become major problems

• Help maintain HVAC systems with filter changes and visual checks

• Ensure properties remain safe, clean, and guest-ready

Turnover & Guest Support

• Respond to maintenance requests from guests and property owners

• Troubleshoot issues such as WiFi, smart locks, TVs, and appliances

• Help prepare properties for arrivals during busy periods when needed

Outdoor & Seasonal Tasks

• Light yard work and exterior upkeep as needed

• Assist with weather preparation (winterization, storm prep, etc.)

Team Collaboration

• Communicate clearly with the operations team and cleaners

• Document completed work and report issues through company systems

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Start your day reviewing assigned work orders on your phone

• Travel between assigned properties in the local area

• Complete a mix of repairs, inspections, and troubleshooting tasks

• Communicate updates and document work through company systems

• Occasionally respond to urgent guest-related maintenance issues

Required Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license

• Comfortable using basic hand tools and power tools

• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work (climbing stairs, ladders, etc.)

• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Ability to pass a background check

Compensation & Benefits

• $18.00 – $22.00/hour, based on experience and reliability

• Growth opportunities with an expanding company

• Paid time off (PTO, sick days, vacation)

• Health and dental insurance

Schedule & Work Style

• Thursday through Monday (weekends required)

• Consistent days off: Tuesday & Wednesday

• Independent, field-based work across multiple properties

This schedule is ideal for someone who prefers weekday flexibility and a consistent routine.

Why Join Blue Ridge Escapes

We are building a small, reliable, high-quality team - not a revolving door.

If you take pride in your work, value consistency, and want to grow with a company that recognizes strong performers, we’d love to meet you.