Facilities Maintenance Engineer III - Kensington Campus

About the role

The Facilities Maintenance Engineer III is responsible for performing and scheduled maintenance of The People Concern Kensington Campus. This position works under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager and is responsible for repairs and preventive maintenance to rental units and buildings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily repair and upkeep of the property
• Ensures the turnover of units (make-ready) within 10 working days
• Completes work orders within 24 hours for an emergency and 5 days for a routine request or as directed by your supervisor
• Performs plumbing tasks such as replacing faucets, resetting toilets and sinks, repair water leaks and clearing clogged drains
• Performs exterior cleaning and disinfecting of all high touch areas (handrails, door knobs), including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows and power washing parking and weed abatement as needed
• Replaces locks and keys, re-key if necessary; ensures key policy is being adhered to; ensures security and functioning of doors and windows by testing and repairing as needed
• Removes snow and ice as necessary
• Handles all lock-outs
• Implements a schedule of regular evaluation and preventative maintenance/repair tasks of the facilities ensuring the safety of the buildings from fire, flood, and other hazards
• Communicates regularly with all members of the team, to ensure effective two-way communication concerning maintenance issues
• Assists property management with monthly, bi-yearly, yearly inspections as needed
• Aids in janitorial duties as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience as a hands-on Property Maintenance worker in an apartment building
• Current, valid California Driver License with an acceptable driving record & reliable car
• Ability to operate hand tools including power tools
• Able to accurately diagnose and correct problems with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Able to perform routine building maintenance tasks in a timely manner, including but not limited to light construction, structural repair, and scheduled preventative maintenance
• Computer literate
• Effective interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Self-starter with the ability to stay ahead of the curve and thrive in a fast-paced work environment

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)