MAINTENANCE TECH II

Reports to: Area Manager

About the Role

Performs various maintenance duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the community. Handles repairs and improvements of vacant apartments for 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 property.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or assists in preparing all vacant apartments to a market-ready condition.
• Performs various community maintenance functions and records activity in maintenance log, including but not limited to:
  • Light bulb changes
  • Caulking
  • Filter changes
  • Painting
  • Lock repairs
  • Pool maintenance
  • Install/repair window coverings
  • Preventative maintenance
  • HVAC repairs
  • Vinyl repair and installation
• Responds to resident service requests and concerns in a timely manner.
• Performs on-call emergency service as required, which can include weekends and holidays.
• Reports any maintenance concerns for repairs on vacant units, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to a supervisor.
• May assist in monitoring and/or controlling maintenance inventory and/or supplies.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager on special maintenance projects (e.g., preventative 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 to develop an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the organization.
• Maintains open communication with property management.
• Consistently maintains a professional, courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers, and the general public, at all times, on or off the 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 business.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Trade school and/or military training a plus.
• One to five years of verifiable hands-on general maintenance experience (e.g., plumbing, electrical, carpeting, painting) is preferred, with proficiency in at least one major area.
• Experience with hand tools normally used in construction, maintenance, and landscaping, including but not limited to:
  • Hedge trimmer
  • Power floor cleaner
  • Carpet shampoo machine
  • Paint sprayer
  • Power drain cleaner
  • Chain saw
  • Key machine
  • All chemicals associated with maintenance and landscaping
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles.

Physical Demands

• Inside and outside work in all types of weather.
• Medium to heavy work requiring prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting to a maximum of 100 lbs., with frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs.
• Good hand/eye coordination is essential.
• Color perception and the ability to differentiate colors in terms of hue, as well as the ability to identify a particular color or color combination from memory, is required.
• Must be able to lift and work with heavy equipment.

Pay

$20–$25 hourly wage