Maintenance Person

Description

• Participate in all preventative maintenance programs and keep records of work performed.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests immediately – if necessary using call back system.
• Be a part of a rotation call back system for the property that includes weekends, after work hours and holidays.
• Maintain the grounds and common areas, trees, shrubs, walkways, roadways, parking areas of the community so that they are hazard free and free of litter.
• Perform plumbing maintenance or repairs on drain stoppages, leaking faucets, showerheads, toilets, etc.
• Participate in the preparation of units for turn over including painting, cleaning, repairs, etc. to insure the unit is ready for occupancy in the time frame determined by the Building Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager.
• Maintain property equipment based on manufacturer’s recommendations and operating manuals.
• Handle routine maintenance projects as scheduled by Supervisor.
• Perform necessary painting of common areas as needed.
• Participate in inventory control and work with Building Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor to maintain an adequate supply of parts and materials needed to provide quality maintenance to the community.
• Perform electrical maintenance or repairs on appliances, fixtures, outlets, switches, etc.
• Make sure storage areas are neat, properly lit and locked.
• Respond to maintenance requests within 24-hour period or notify Supervisor specific necessity of longer period.
• Participate in the systematic removal of trash from the premises and maintain the efficient operation of all trash compacting systems, disposal systems, rollaways, etc. within the community.

Requirements

• Understand operating manuals and directions for any chemical or cleaning product used in the community.
• Understanding and consideration of the type of circumstances associated with working with the elderly and handicapped.
• Know all emergency shutoff systems such as gas, water, electric, etc. Be familiar with procedures to secure property in an emergency.
• Participate in safety programs and be familiar with evacuation procedures.
• Ability to take initiative in performing tasks that need to be done.
• Three (3) years’ experience in building maintenance.
• Be diplomatic in relationship with the residents, staff, outside contractors, state/local officials and the general public.
• Working, hands-on knowledge of building maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, painting, janitorial services.
• Basic Universal License. May be completed during the first year of employment.
• Good verbal and written language skills in primary language of the property location (i.e. Spanish in Puerto Rico, English in the continental United States).

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance