Maintenance Technician

Your Opportunity

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in Building Automation Systems (BAS), Entrata and CMMS systems for timely logging of service requests and completed work.
• Maintain the physical condition of the property according to The Scion Group’s Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA and Industry’s standards.
• Perform physically demanding work to maintain the asset, and other property features to minimize liability concerns.
• Assume responsibility (as required) over operating, system monitoring/diagnostics, and preventative testing for major building systems such as: chilled water systems with fan coil units, air handling units with outside condensers including roof top units (RTU), building stationary boilers, hot- & cold-water distribution systems (plumbing, pressure/pneumatic/storage tanks, variable frequency drive (and pumps & motors), domestic hot water heaters, building automation systems (BAS), electrical distribution systems, switchgears and controls, generators, uninterrupted power supply (UPS), elevators and lifts, parking structures (ventilation/drainage systems, T-Joints), entrance & exit gates and overhead doors, shingled/tarred roof, TPO membrane roofing system, EIFS, brick, vinyl, & cementitious sideboard, ACP, curtain walls, and insulated glass units (IGUs).
• Operate system monitoring/diagnostics, preventative testing for life safety systems such as: fire pumps, fire alarm monitoring panels, dry/wet sprinkler systems, visual and audible alarms, back flow preventers, smoke detectors, CO2 sensors/alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, means of egress, and fire dampers.
• Assist in creating emergency and disaster preparedness plans and protocols.
• Maintain key management protocols and security, unlocking apartment doors and accompanying/escorting various vendors as needed.
• Cookordination delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors as approved by the Facilities Supervisor.
• Cookordination maintenance objectives and daily assignments with the Supervisor.
• Diagnose and perform routine maintenance/repair in a timely and professional manner.
• Assure all service requests are completed daily.
• Document work performed and parts used; and submit daily upon completion, including legible notes on what was done, the supplies used, further follow-up and materials needed, date and signature of completion.
• Promote good public relations with residents, service staff, contractors, and management through great “people” attitude and resident trust.
• Inspect vacated apartments and record necessary repairs and maintenance, informing the Facilities Supervisor of needed services and repairs.
• Routinely perform duties including basic appliance repair, general carpentry, plumbing/fixture repair, painting, and basic electric & lighting to make apartments ready on a timely basis, and ensure meeting completion dates set by the General Manager/Property Manager.
• Routinely inspect interior common areas and the exterior of the property, ensuring daily upkeep of all common areas with company standards, and all the light fixtures are in working order.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks on all equipment and operating systems to ensure warranty compliance and extended useful life.
• Clean coils and condensers, lubricate equipment, maintain air filters and perform minor repair work as assigned.
• Perform routine clean up at repair location or in maintenance shop, keeping working area clean and safe.
• Maintain parts and supply inventory, as authorized.
• Clean and organize the workshops, storerooms, boiler rooms, and utility rooms.
• Clean pools; adjust and maintain chemicals to proper levels, if needed.
• Pressure-wash sidewalks, buildings, pool decks, etc.
• Assist in snow removal at property, as required.
• Assume responsibility for after-hours emergencies at the direction of the company supervisor/manager.
• Undertake training related to job duties as deemed necessary.

Requirements

• High school/GED or trade school diploma and with minimum of 3-5 years of full-time general maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination
• HVAC certification/EPA 608 certification (Core, Type I, II & III)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO), or intention to obtain within six months
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Knowledge of key management and security systems
• Knowledge of safety procedures with a safety conscious attitude, record of punctuality and dependability, ability to work with pressure of aggressive deadlines, and flexible schedule to accommodate after-hours and weekend emergencies
• Valid driver’s license
• Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements (ie. Entrata, CMMS, Building Automation system & Digital Control System)
• Ability and willingness to travel when required
• Ability to stand 8 hours or longer per day and lift up to 100 lbs. as necessary

Operational Details

• Job location is at the assigned property. May be required to travel periodically.
• Serves in an “on-call” capacity, except during approved PTO periods.