Maintenance Technician- Somerset

About the role

Somerset Apartments in Largo, FL is seeking a Full-Time Maintenance Technician.

Responsibilities

• Address resident service and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Communicate with residents on any pending items or the status of service requests to ensure satisfaction.
• Keep the physical property throughout the community and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service request, expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work in progress, etc.
• Achieve make-ready repairs and services on schedule.
• Rakes, sweeps, shovels, and salts property grounds as circumstances warrant.
• Changes locks and keys.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in property maintenance or equivalent maintenance-related fieldwork.
• Ability to interact professionally and efficiently with prospects, residents, staff, and management.
• Hands-on experience within basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, heating and air conditioning systems (heat pump experience a plus), swimming pools, landscaping, and cleaning.
• Applicants must furnish their own tools and have transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors.
• The applicant must be HVAC certified and CPO certified preferred.
• The applicant must have a CFC/EPA approved certification (or be willing to obtain within 45 days of hire).
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT) preferred.
• Must be willing to obtain the CAMT if requested by management.
• Physical requirements include being able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders and stairs, walk between buildings and on roofs, stoop, kneel, and bend as well as have hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Must be familiar with and adhere to all OSHA guidelines to ensure the protection of themselves and their team.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Achieve Fair Housing certification prior to interaction with prospects or residents.
• Must have the ability to travel to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Pre-employment background checks and drug screening is performed on all new hires, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.
• We are an E-Verify employer.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• OSHA compliance
• Fair Housing certification
• Drug-free workplace policy
• Equal opportunity employer

Benefits

• Full-time employees health benefits
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401K with a company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Significant apartment rental discounts for staff

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $21-$23.

Schedule

40+ hours a week, evenings, weekends, and on-call hours are required as circumstances warrant.