Maintenance Technician (Residential)

Description

The Residential Maintenance Technician reports to the Property Manager under the supervision of the Service Manager and performs general maintenance and repair to ensure apartment units and other property facilities are maintained per CIM Group operating and safety standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units; electrical appliances, outlets, and light fixtures; plumbing, carpentry, and locks. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with preparing vacant apartment units for rental and following a planned preventative maintenance schedule.

• The following will involve working with the Property Manager, Assistant Property Manager and/or Service Manager:
• Coordinate repair and/or maintenance of the following items to the standards identified, including but not limited to:
• - Replace HVAC filters, wet vac condensation pans, verify thermostat settings and know how to operate the unit in order to assist residents as required
• Ensure all tenant/building work orders are responded to within 24 hours, and handled in the most efficient manner with documentation as to work-completed on work order
• May work irregular hours (evenings, weekends), including on-call and overtime hours, as required due to maintenance emergencies
• Repair and replace furnished kitchen appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, washers and dryers. Consult with Service Manager to make more advanced or severe repairs or replacement, ensuring all appliances are properly disposed of and removed from the building with appropriate approval
• Meet stated Investments approved operating budgets based on leasing objectives, cost control and annual NO
• May perform painting projects, ranging from full interior painting of property units to minor touch up and repair of walls and sheetrock
• - Replace electrical sockets, switches, light bulbs and check breakers
• - Ceiling repair (drywall, mud, tape and paint)
• - Clean out appliance filters, check drain lines and pans; know how to operate all systems including high end appliances in order to assist residents as required
• May perform “make ready” projects for the preparation of vacant units available for prospective tenants
• Maintain a maintenance office with tools organized, tools and supplies inventoried and neatly stacked or organized, and maintain maintenance files as requested or required by the Property Manager
• Manage each buildings’ preventive maintenance calendar and schedule with a goal to minimize use of third-party vendors
• May perform swimming pool maintenance or other facility and/or landscape projects to ensure property aesthetics meet or exceed standards
• Adhere to CIM safety and hazard communications programs, policies and procedures and maintains a safe work environment
• Perform minor to moderate-level plumbing repairs, replacements, and/or installations, including repairing leaks and removing clogs in sinks and toilets
• - Replace plumbing fixtures such as levers, faucets and drains
• Examine and diagnose problems with heating, ventilation and air conditioning units for property facilities. Determine the best method to repair or replace all or part of the unit. Make repairs and/or replacements according to standard. Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC units by replacing filters, cleaning coils, etc
• Complete preventive maintenance work in-house such as appliances or as directed by a member of the property management team
• Perform minor electrical repairs and replacement of light fixtures and related items

Requirements

• Required to furnish basic work tools
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license
• EPA Type II or Universal and/or Pool Certification required at hire or within 90 days of assuming the position
• - Minor wall repair (drywall, mud, tape and paint) as required
• Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint,Outlook
• HVAC experience required
• 1-3 years of experience in facility maintenance and/or mechanical repair required
• - Plumbing: snake and clear blockages up to 25 feet
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Benefits

Ongoing professional development programs

Comprehensive paid time off, including: vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave

Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off

Wellness program, including monthly and quarterly prizes

401(k) savings plan, with company match

Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required.

*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Company paid life and disability insurance

A variety of Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance