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Maintenance Technician

Highwoods Properties
United States, Florida, Tampa
2727 West Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Bouleva (Show on map)
Feb 13, 2026
Description

As a Highwoods Maintenance Technician, you will independently perform a wide variety of general maintenance repairs relating to an assigned portfolio of commercial properties and complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner. You will be part of a team that strives to provide best-in-class service to customers in our full-service commercial office buildings in the Tampa Market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:





  • Maintenance Technician will work closely with the Maintenance Manager who will coordinate many procedures for the Property Managers and the Director of Asset Management
  • Become proficient with the on-line service request system including hand held application
  • Responsible for the overall maintenance of building and building equipment
  • Perform routine building inspections on both building common areas, customer space and exterior
  • Install and repair new and existing plumbing fixtures and accessories; perform minor leak repairs to roof, window, and fountains
  • Install and repair various types of electrical fixtures including lamp and ballast replacement, switches, receptacles, breakers, etc.
  • Log chillers and, in conjunction with the HVAC Technician, perform minor repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, including filter changes and belt replacements
  • Monitor water chemical treatment programs for cooling towers and fountains and log readings
  • Investigate and monitor repeat customer-related calls and report them to the Property Manager
  • Assist contractors with life safety alarm systems and water-based or dry fire protection systems shut downs and testing
  • Be responsible for accurate and timely record keeping and reporting
  • Assist in hurricane preparedness and response
  • Foster a positive and productive working relationship with each customer in the building to ensure the best customer service experience and overall customer satisfaction
  • Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends, and holidays on an alternating schedule (on-call)
  • Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner




    QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:



    • Documented training/certification/license in one or more of the following fields:


      • Electrical
      • Plumbing
      • Mechanical
      • Life Safety
      • Customer Service Skills
      • Basic computer skills, Excel, Word, Outlook




    • Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule (on-call)
    • Fundamental knowledge of state and local building codes
    • Maintain a current Florida Driver's License
    • Strong problem-solving skills
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills


    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:



    • High School diploma or equivalent required
    • Three or more years of commercial real estate maintenance experience
    • Systems Maintenance Administrator or Systems Maintenance Technician designation through BOMA preferred.


    Why Join Our Team

    At Highwoods you will be part of our people-focused culture, which is a supportive environment where your growth and success are as important as that of our customers. With our customer-centric design, everything we do is driven by the goal of delivering greater value to our customers, their teams and our shareholders. We build and operate spaces that are more than workplaces; they are vibrant parts of the community where success and creativity flourish.

    What Sets Us Apart

    As part of the Highwoods team, you're not just taking on a job; you're joining a culture that values integrity, collaboration, and growth. We believe our culture is the key to success in the dynamic world of commercial real estate. Every member of our team plays a role in defining and upholding this culture-it's not just words on a page, but a way of working and living every day. We are more than just a commercial real estate company-we are in the business of creating remarkable workplaces that inspire and support growth, community and connection.

    Our mission is to build environments and experiences that empower our teammates and customers to achieve more together. When you join Highwoods, you'll bring your unique skills, experiences, and values to life through our shared mission. Together, we create a thriving workplace where every teammate has the support and opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    This job operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and video conferencing equipment. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is of a general office nature; while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, stoop, balance, walk, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and see; required to use arms and hands to reach; typing on computer keyboard and using phone is required. Must be able to inspect all areas of the properties, including roof, and/or basement.

    May occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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