Lead Maintenance Technician

Description

Job Overview:

The Lead Maintenance Technician serves as maintenance technician for the community association and reports to the Lead Engineer and Community Manager. Closely monitors, identifies and communicates problems in every phase of general maintenance of the building(s), including areas of carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, mechanic, painting, flooring, patching, general hardware, other minor building repairs and cleanliness. Makes recommendations, performs repairs, replacement maintenance and implements preventive maintenance as established by Company procedures and guidelines.

Your Responsibilities:

* Regular attendance and punctuality

* Maintains a safe and secure environment throughout the building(s).

* Leads, trains and directs maintenance staff through work orders, as needed

* Assists Chief Engineer to appraise job results; coaches, counsels and disciplines employees.

* Assesses repair needs and estimated time needed for repair (including evaluating problems to determine whether professional assistance or further instruction is needed to complete task/repair).

* Assists Chief Engineer in maintaining mechanical systems, including heat, cooling, and ventilation.

* Performs seasonal operations, such as servicing of HVAC systems, boilers, etc as indicated on the preventive maintenance program

* Maintains all electrical systems, to include lighting, office equipment, and general Association requirements

* Maintains all plumbing systems. Learns the location of all risers shut off valves and formulates a written log of the location of each. Responsible for all shutdowns

* Policing of building and property for debris, changing of light fixtures and bulbs, vacuuming of hallways, cleaning of compactor rooms, completion of daily work orders for work performed on common areas and in individual apartments, if required, and general care and upkeep of building.

* Maintains all fire protection and security systems, to include required maintenance, inspections, and documentation.

* Inspects all emergency equipment to ensure compliance

* Maintains all pavements, to include sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and parking areas, including snow and ice control.

* Monitors the functions of service contractors and building repair and maintenance contractors.

* Inventories and acquisitions maintenance supplies.

* Maintains disaster preparedness by identifying potential problems, developing response plans, managing crises.

* Completes reports/work orders of repairs (work needed).

* Provides in-unit repairs as approved by Community Manager.

* On call availability for emergencies and projects as assigned by property manager.

* Schedules and assigns work responsibilities to employees to meet shift requirements.

* Requests materials, tools, and supplies needed for a job.

* Administrates preventive/reactive maintenance schedule.

* Records and evaluates preventive maintenance activities and programs.

* Oversees or participates in construction, installation, and preventative maintenance of equipment.

* Observes/evaluates corrective maintenance or repair on equipment.

* Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

* Record and report all unusual and irregular conditions to the Community Manager.

* Maintain cordial, professional manner in dealing with residents, contractors, Management, etc.

* All other duties as directed by the Board of Directors/Trustees or Management

Skills &

Qualifications:

* High school diploma or equivalency preferred. Technical background from university or vocational sources a plus.

* HVAC or other training or certification may be required

* Minimum 3 - 5years experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance or handy work

Physical Requirements:

* Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 100 lbs or more following appropriate safety procedures. This movement can occur throughout the day. You must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.

* Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

* Must be able to communicate…