Maintenance Assistant

Essential Duties

• Inspect the building and notify Property Manager of any issues – non-functioning exterior lighting, blocked exits, tenant problems.
• Cookinate with the operations Manager to create work orders and the need for repairs.
• Ensure all restrooms are clean and in working order. Coordinate with cleaning service to ensure same.
• Make sure all trash containers are closed and secured properly. If there is debris on the ground surrounding the garbage dumpsters, remove it.
• Ensure there is no debris along the building frontages and on the sidewalks.
• Keep main entrances outdoors clean and swept up. If debris is from a tenant, address it with the Maintenance Manager.
• Make sure hallways, lobbies, and courtyards are clean.
• Walk and inspect the basements, equipment rooms, parking garages & sweep as necessary (including stairs), alert Maintenance Manager of any leaks, irregular noises or things out of the ordinary, etc.
• Ensure basement lighting is operational; if necessary, change bulbs.
• Walk and inspect vacant spaces, ensure smoke detectors are operational, lights are off, space is secure, heat is set at min temp in winter, etc.
• Basement and storage areas – ensure they are neat and orderly; if not, notify Maintenance Manager.
• Ensure all roof drains are clean and free of snow, trash, and other debris. Alert Maintenance Manager of any leaks or problems.
• Be available and on call in the event of an emergency.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

Physical Requirements/Skills & Qualifications

• Must be able to walk and inspect the buildings and land inside and out, in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Guest-focused attitude with common interaction with all stakeholders.
• High school or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the facility, property management, or customer service field.
• Organized and disciplined.
• Self-starter; finishes projects and tasks well.
• Strong team player
• Ability to work non-traditional hours as needed.