Operations Technician Jobs at Progress Residential with Visa Sponsorship
Operations Technician roles at Progress Residential sit at the intersection of property maintenance and residential operations, requiring hands-on technical skills across a portfolio of single-family rental homes. Progress Residential has demonstrated willingness to sponsor international talent for this function, making it a realistic target for work-authorized candidates.
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Your career has a home here.
Ready to make an impact with a dynamic, forward-thinking company?
As a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, we take great pride in creating an enjoyable living experience for our residents – and an empowering, people-first culture for our team members. That’s why, for two years in a row, our employees have voted Progress a certified Great Place to Work®.
Why join Progress?
As the demand for professionally managed rental homes continues to grow, so do the opportunities at Progress. We’re looking for passionate professionals who are ready to grow with us, make a difference and be part of something meaningful.
Want to learn more?
Text “ProgressJobs” to 25000 to chat with Kate, our AI Recruiting Assistant. She can help you explore open roles, apply, and answer your questions in real time.
Position Summary:
The Service Technician III is a key associate in providing an outstanding customer experience while providing cost and expense controls. The Service Technician II works on the Property Management team to inspect, troubleshoot and repair various systems and components in our Progress Residential single-family homes. Additional residential maintenance and repairs are required as needed.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to quickly assess the situation and determine the appropriate steps necessary to resolving the service requests while providing outstanding customer service and being an ideal representative of Progress Residential
-
Perform scheduled and unscheduled/emergency preventative maintenance, inspections, and service requests including replacement, and modifications of equipment or systems as needed or requested by customers, involving the following daily:
-
Electrical, plumbing
- Appliances
- Water irrigation systems
- Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings
- Tile, carpet, and flooring
- Roofing, gutters, fasteners
- Interior/exterior lights and ceiling fans
- Fireplaces and Gas fixtures
- Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors and locks
- Leaks
- Drywall and Painting
- Pool areas, tile, hot tub/spa, pool furniture
- Other Service areas as required
- Diagnose and troubleshoot basic HVAC items to include, thermostat, batteries and filters
- Report all major repairs or replacements prior to any expenditure of funds
- Must be always aware of the condition of the property and take immediate steps to correct any unsafe condition
- Conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures and all state and federal regulations (such as Lead Based Paint, ADA, Fair Housing, HAZCOM Program OSHA, etc.)
- Ensures all workplace safety standards and practices are upheld
- Completes service requests in a professional timely manner
- Maintains regular attendance and excellent punctuality
- Must be always aware of the condition of the property and take immediate steps to correct any unsafe condition
- Follow Fleet vehicle maintenance schedule and keep an organized and clean vehicle/workspace
- Maintains regular attendance and excellent punctuality
- This role is considered Safety Sensitive and full compliance with all Fleet policies and procedures must be always adhered to
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical College or Trade Program with HVAC Certification is preferred
- Must have a valid Driver’s License in the working state
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in general service and maintenance experience (painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, drywall repair, etc.)
- Required equipment - Employee must have their own tools required to perform ongoing service in residential environment
- EPA Certification Required
- Minimum 2 years’ experience repairing all makes & models of residential appliances in customers’ homes preferred
- Ability to maintain, inspect, diagnose and troubleshoot typical issues and then repair or replace defective equipment or components on standard household appliances is preferred
- Ability to install all makes & models of residential appliances preferred
- Available for on-call Service, weekends and evenings as needed
- Previous experience in either the single-family or multi-family rental industry preferred
- Must possess ability to work and cope well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing and tight deadlines
- Ability to interact with residents, and vendors/contractors tactfully and professionally
- Strong organizational skills, communication and people-skills
- Typical Physical Demands - Regularly required sitting and standing for several hours at a time, to climb up and down stairs several times each day, and to lift 50 pounds with ease
- Must be knowledgeable of all pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with handheld computer (i.e., Smartphone, iPad is preferred
- Honest, ethical and handles things in confidential manner
What you can expect from us:
- Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.
- Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
- Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.
- A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.
This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.
Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.
Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.
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Your career has a home here.
Ready to make an impact with a dynamic, forward-thinking company?
As a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, we take great pride in creating an enjoyable living experience for our residents – and an empowering, people-first culture for our team members. That’s why, for two years in a row, our employees have voted Progress a certified Great Place to Work®.
Why join Progress?
As the demand for professionally managed rental homes continues to grow, so do the opportunities at Progress. We’re looking for passionate professionals who are ready to grow with us, make a difference and be part of something meaningful.
Want to learn more?
Text “ProgressJobs” to 25000 to chat with Kate, our AI Recruiting Assistant. She can help you explore open roles, apply, and answer your questions in real time.
Position Summary:
The Service Technician III is a key associate in providing an outstanding customer experience while providing cost and expense controls. The Service Technician II works on the Property Management team to inspect, troubleshoot and repair various systems and components in our Progress Residential single-family homes. Additional residential maintenance and repairs are required as needed.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to quickly assess the situation and determine the appropriate steps necessary to resolving the service requests while providing outstanding customer service and being an ideal representative of Progress Residential
-
Perform scheduled and unscheduled/emergency preventative maintenance, inspections, and service requests including replacement, and modifications of equipment or systems as needed or requested by customers, involving the following daily:
-
Electrical, plumbing
- Appliances
- Water irrigation systems
- Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings
- Tile, carpet, and flooring
- Roofing, gutters, fasteners
- Interior/exterior lights and ceiling fans
- Fireplaces and Gas fixtures
- Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors and locks
- Leaks
- Drywall and Painting
- Pool areas, tile, hot tub/spa, pool furniture
- Other Service areas as required
- Diagnose and troubleshoot basic HVAC items to include, thermostat, batteries and filters
- Report all major repairs or replacements prior to any expenditure of funds
- Must be always aware of the condition of the property and take immediate steps to correct any unsafe condition
- Conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures and all state and federal regulations (such as Lead Based Paint, ADA, Fair Housing, HAZCOM Program OSHA, etc.)
- Ensures all workplace safety standards and practices are upheld
- Completes service requests in a professional timely manner
- Maintains regular attendance and excellent punctuality
- Must be always aware of the condition of the property and take immediate steps to correct any unsafe condition
- Follow Fleet vehicle maintenance schedule and keep an organized and clean vehicle/workspace
- Maintains regular attendance and excellent punctuality
- This role is considered Safety Sensitive and full compliance with all Fleet policies and procedures must be always adhered to
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical College or Trade Program with HVAC Certification is preferred
- Must have a valid Driver’s License in the working state
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in general service and maintenance experience (painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, drywall repair, etc.)
- Required equipment - Employee must have their own tools required to perform ongoing service in residential environment
- EPA Certification Required
- Minimum 2 years’ experience repairing all makes & models of residential appliances in customers’ homes preferred
- Ability to maintain, inspect, diagnose and troubleshoot typical issues and then repair or replace defective equipment or components on standard household appliances is preferred
- Ability to install all makes & models of residential appliances preferred
- Available for on-call Service, weekends and evenings as needed
- Previous experience in either the single-family or multi-family rental industry preferred
- Must possess ability to work and cope well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing and tight deadlines
- Ability to interact with residents, and vendors/contractors tactfully and professionally
- Strong organizational skills, communication and people-skills
- Typical Physical Demands - Regularly required sitting and standing for several hours at a time, to climb up and down stairs several times each day, and to lift 50 pounds with ease
- Must be knowledgeable of all pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and working proficiency with handheld computer (i.e., Smartphone, iPad is preferred
- Honest, ethical and handles things in confidential manner
What you can expect from us:
- Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.
- Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
- Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.
- A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.
This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.
Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.
Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.
Privacy Policy
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Certify Your Technical Credentials Before Applying
HVAC, electrical, or plumbing certifications carry serious weight for Operations Technician roles in single-family rental management. Confirm your credentials meet state licensing requirements in the markets where Progress Residential operates before submitting applications.
Target Markets With Active Rental Portfolios
Progress Residential concentrates its single-family rental operations in Sun Belt metros like Phoenix, Atlanta, and Tampa. Prioritizing applications in these high-inventory markets gives you a stronger shot at open requisitions and faster hiring cycles.
Align Your Resume to Property Operations Workflows
Tailor your resume to reflect experience with work order management, preventive maintenance scheduling, and resident-facing service calls. Property management companies evaluate technicians on response efficiency and multi-trade capability, not just individual skills.
Clarify H-1B Filing Timelines With the Hiring Team
If you need cap-subject H-1B sponsorship, the USCIS lottery registration window opens each March for an October 1 start date. Raise this timeline early in the offer process so Progress Residential's HR team can coordinate with immigration counsel without delays.
Use Migrate Mate to Track Open Roles Efficiently
Operations Technician openings at Progress Residential turn over frequently given the scale of their rental portfolio. Use Migrate Mate to filter and monitor sponsorship-verified listings so you're applying to active roles before they close.
Confirm Your OPT or TN Status Covers the Role
TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying occupations, but Operations Technician roles must be reviewed against DOL's TN occupation list before relying on this category. F-1 OPT candidates should verify their program's STEM extension eligibility with their DSO.
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Does Progress Residential sponsor H-1B visas for Operations Technicians?
Yes, Progress Residential has sponsored H-1B visas for Operations Technician roles. Because this is a hands-on property maintenance position, sponsorship decisions typically depend on the candidate's technical qualifications and the specific market's staffing needs. If you require cap-subject H-1B sponsorship, raise that requirement early in the interview process so the company can plan around USCIS's annual lottery and October 1 start date.
How do I apply for Operations Technician jobs at Progress Residential?
You can find and apply for Operations Technician openings at Progress Residential through Migrate Mate, which filters listings by visa sponsorship eligibility so you can confirm the role is open to sponsored candidates before applying. Progress Residential posts positions by metro market, so search by the specific city where you're able to work. Applying with a resume that highlights multi-trade maintenance experience and work order management will strengthen your candidacy.
Which visa types does Progress Residential commonly use for Operations Technician roles?
Progress Residential has supported H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and TN visa categories for Operations Technician positions. F-1 OPT and CPT are practical entry points for candidates still in their authorized training period. TN status applies to Canadian and Mexican nationals whose occupation falls within DOL's qualifying categories. H-1B sponsorship is available for longer-term employment but requires coordination around the USCIS annual lottery.
What qualifications does Progress Residential expect for an Operations Technician?
Progress Residential typically looks for candidates with hands-on experience across multiple trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair. State or regional trade certifications strengthen your application significantly. Experience with work order systems and residential property maintenance workflows is a practical differentiator. Candidates who can demonstrate independent job management across multiple properties tend to advance further in the hiring process for this role.
How long does the sponsorship and onboarding process take for this role?
Timeline depends on which visa category applies to your situation. F-1 OPT authorization is typically already in place, making onboarding faster. TN status for Canadian nationals can often be obtained at the border on the day of travel, while Mexican nationals go through consular processing. H-1B sponsorship is the longest path, requiring USCIS lottery selection in March and a start date no earlier than October 1 of that fiscal year.
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