Maintenance Technician

Description

Job Summary

•  Performs various maintenance duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the community.  
•  Handles service requests for repairs and improvements of vacant apartments to a market-ready status.  
•  Works as a team participant along with the maintenance staff to ensure the community meets the quality maintenance standards set by the Company.  

Job Accountabilities

•  Prepares or assists in preparing all vacant apartments to a market-ready condition.  
•  Performs various community maintenance functions and records findings in maintenance log. These functions may include, but are not limited to light bulb changes, caulking, filter changes, touch-up painting, lock repairs, snow removal, install/repair window coverings, pool maintenance, minor HVAC maintenance, preventive maintenance, etc.  
•  Responds to resident service requests and concerns in timely manner.  
•  Performs on-call emergency service as required.  
•  Reports any maintenance concerns for repairs on vacants, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Maintenance Director/Supervisor.  
•  Assists in monitoring and/or controlling maintenance inventory and/or supplies.  
•  Moves heavy objects as requested.  
•  Assists Maintenance Director/Supervisor or Property Manager on special maintenance projects, i.e., preventive maintenance of building components and/or mechanicals.  
•  Assists in keeping the grounds and common areas free of trash and debris.  
•  Works closely with management and maintenance staff in developing an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the Company.  
•  Maintains open communication with property management.  
•  Represents Company in professional manner at all times, on or off property. 
•  Attends and participates in training seminars as requested.  
•  Assists other staff members as needed.  
•  Delivers various communications to residents as needed. Attends and assists in setting up for resident functions and activities.  
•  Drives motorized vehicle on or off property for company business.  
•  Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. 

Requirements

Job Qualifications

•  Minimum Education: High School or GED  
•  Minimum Experience: 1 Year  
•  Minimum Field-of-Expertise: General maintenance experience 
•  Preferred Education: Trade school or military training 
•  Preferred Experience: 5 Years  
•  Preferred Field-of-Expertise: Plumbing, electrical, carpeting, painting experience, EPA certifiable status  

Competencies

•  Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.  
•  Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions; Demonstrates presentation skills; Participates in meetings.  
•  Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.  
•  Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues developmental opportunities; Shares expertise with others.  
•  Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to objectives.  
•  Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.  
•  Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and returns; Conserves company resources.  
•  Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 

Physical Demands

•  Occasionally required to sit.  
•  Occasionally required to walk.  
•  Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  
•  Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.  
•  Occasionally required to talk or hear.  
•  Occasionally required to bend, lift or climb.  
•  Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 25 pounds).  
•  Occasionally required to lift moderate weights (25-50 pounds).  
•  Occasionally required to lift heavy weights (50 pounds or greater).  
•  Finger dexterity required.  
•  Hand coordination required. 
•  Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.