Maintenance Technician

Description

• Review condition of floors, walls, carpet, linoleum, tile, etc. Make necessary repairs to above.
• Pick up trash, water grounds, and flower beds from the grounds daily. Empty pool area trash cans.
• Distribute door-to-door newsletters and residents’ notices.
• Perform any necessary maintenance in the leasing office, clubroom, models, pools, the exterior of the property, etc.
• Responds to resident service requests and concerns in a timely manner.
• Works closely with management and maintenance staff in developing an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the Company.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies.
• May perform “make ready” projects to prepare vacant units available for prospective tenants.
• Inform Property Manager of any repair work needing an outside contractor or replacement of significant appliances necessary.
• Works irregular hours (evenings, weekends), including on-call and overtime hours, as required.
• Change air conditioning filters at least once every three months.
• Delivers various communications to residents as needed. Leave a completed work order or a note in all apartments.
• Performs minor electrical repairs and replacements of light fixtures and related items.
• Sweep leasing office front porch and parking area.
• Work/coordinate with vendors, when necessary, on special maintenance projects.
• Wear company ID at all times.
• Ensures safe work practices are being followed.
• Be alert to physical problems seen in the course of work and notify the Property Manager at once.
• Professionally represents the Company on or off the property at all times.
• Repairs locks and other miscellaneous items.
• Request Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor to purchase supplies as needed.
• Inventory pool and ground supplies, inform Maintenance Supervisor when running low.
• Maintains open communication with the Maintenance Supervisor and other staff.
• Clean pool(s) and maintain correct chemical levels. Sweep pool areas and arrange pool furniture.
• Performs minor to moderate-level plumbing repairs, replacements, and/or installations, including repairing leaks and removing clogs in sinks and toilets.
• Always displays a friendly and courteous attitude with other employees, maintains and promotes a good attitude. Never confront a supervisor or other employee in front of residents.
• Adheres to safety and hazard communications programs, policies, and procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
• Check all appliances, sinks, faucets, commodes, drapes, blinds, etc.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor on special maintenance projects, i.e., preventive maintenance of building components and mechanicals.
• Clean up any debris that is caused by maintenance work. Do not use personal items belonging to the resident for clean-up.
• Performs on-call, fire watch, or other after-hour efforts as required.
• Receives maintenance requests, prioritizes work orders, and handles each most efficiently, as directed by the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.
• Sweep and clean around the breezeways, dumpster area maintenance, boiler, and supply rooms.
• Attends and participates in technical training programs to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
• May perform painting projects ranging from a complete interior painting of property units to minor touch-ups and repair of walls and woodwork.
• Examines and diagnoses problems with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units for property facilities. Determines the best method to repair or replace all or part of the unit. Makes repairs and/or replacements according to standard. Performs preventative maintenance on HVAC units by replacing filters, cleaning coils, etc.
• Assists other staff members as needed.
• Operates a motor vehicle to transport tools and materials between work sites.
• Always represents the company in a professional manner.

Requirements

• Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT) preferred.
• Skill and ability to clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing with professionalism when interacting with tenants and property management.
• High school diploma/GED and one to three years of experience in facility maintenance and mechanical repair required.
• Commercial maintenance experience with plumbing, electrical, and janitorial strongly preferred.
• Record time spent in each unit on the work order.
• Associate degree in a related technical or mechanical field preferred. Military training is a plus.
• Ability to visually inspect units, grounds, and other aspects of the property to determine adherence to standards.
• Familiar with federal, state, and jurisdictional laws and regulations concerning multi-family housing and Fair Housing.
• Customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and skills to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• EPA Type II or Universal and/or Pool Certification (CPO) preferred.
• Knowledge and skills to operate standard and specialized tools for repairs and maintenance.
• General knowledge of the repair and maintenance of appliances, lighting fixtures, and plumbing.
• Be alert to physical problems seen in work and notify the Property Manager.
• Maybe required to provide own (industry-specific) tools.
• Bilingual – Spanish is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of heating and air conditioning unit maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Computer/technical skills to operate mobile computing or communications devices.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance