When and How To Hire Maintenance Techs

In the discussion, Matthew and Deb outline key considerations for hiring maintenance technicians, including workload thresholds, market variations, and strategies for retention. Highlights 💼 Deb suggests that receiving four to five work orders per day is an indicator for hiring a full-time maintenance technician, factoring in drive time and breaks. 🏘️ Market dynamics play a significant role in workload variations, with investor-heavy areas like Nashville experiencing higher workloads compared to other regions like Birmingham. 🚗 Drive time considerations are crucial, especially in cities like Atlanta, where managing properties across different locations can significantly impact technicians’ schedules. 💰 Matthew emphasizes the importance of competitive pay rates and benefits, including providing trucks for technicians, offering full benefits, and guaranteeing minimum work hours. ⏰ Adjustments such as weekly pay periods aim to enhance employee satisfaction and retention, reflecting efforts to create a positive work environment at Everest. For more free educational content for property mangers subscribe to our newsletter at Evernest.co/pmnewsletter