Part-Time Maintenance Technician

About the Role

Avanath is proud to be named one of the top property management companies providing affordable housing for the workforce. As a Maintenance Technician, you will create an environment where people will want to live. You will maintain the property to ensure good working order and pleasant curb appeal while providing excellent customer service to residents.

• Possess a high degree of professionalism and positive engagement for residents and staff.
• Strong sense for creating a sense of community and drive to go the extra mile for residents and staff.
• Adopt a collaborative approach to foster success and effectiveness for the organization and communities.
• Demonstrate an open, professional attitude when resolving resident and staff concerns.
• Practice active listening to ensure residents and staff feel seen, heard, and valued.

Qualifications

• 2 years of multifamily maintenance experience is highly desired.
• Hands-on maintenance skills, including plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, HVAC, appliances, pools, etc.
• EPA Type II or Universal certification is highly desired; CPO is a plus.
• Availability to be on-call for emergencies.
• Reliable transportation.
• Positive attitude and desire to learn and develop skills.
• Superior customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer knowledge (Windows, Word, Excel, internet, and email).

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and high-quality maintenance.
• Complete assigned work orders from resident requests and perform preventative maintenance by diagnosing issues and making repairs according to policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
• Prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing through the "make-ready" process, including pre-move-out inspections, creating punch lists, scheduling vendors, obtaining supplies, completing maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work.
• Maintain grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash, pressure-washing, general cleaning, and painting as needed.
• Support cost-cutting programs by fixing rather than replacing parts when possible and minimizing waste of materials and supplies.
• Conduct routine and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk management concerns and communicate physical needs to management.
• Follow procedures for obtaining materials, supplies, and tools, track inventory, and notify supervisors of reordering needs.
• Adhere to property management rules, regulations, and guidelines, including safety protocols, OSHA training, and reporting accidents or incidents.
• Comply with company policies, Fair Housing, ADA, and all laws pertaining to the apartment industry.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Classified as essential staff; expected to report to work and adhere to safety protocols, including during inclement weather.
• Frequent standing, walking, reading, writing, and verbal communication.
• May work in elevated sites or on uneven ground.
• Occasional squatting, bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling.
• May be required to travel to sister communities to provide maintenance support.

Benefits

• Culture built on purpose and core values: integrity, caring, and continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off, and paid holidays.
• Growth opportunities based on achievement, with an emphasis on promoting from within.
• Development opportunities: online training, classes, and one-on-one coaching.

Diversity & Inclusion

Avanath Capital is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We believe diverse thoughts, backgrounds, talents, and experiences drive our success and enable us to achieve our mission of providing opportunities for hard-working families. We embrace differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

• Policies and practices on recruitment, compensation, professional development, promotions, and transfers.
• Respectful communication and cooperation among all employees.
• Teamwork and employee participation, ensuring representation of all groups and perspectives.
• Work/life balance through flexible schedules.
• Community contributions to promote understanding and respect for diversity.

Pay

Compensation Range: $19—$20 USD per hour.