Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Kemet House, a residential community located in Chesapeake, VA, is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician to support the overall upkeep, safety, and functionality of the property. This position is responsible for maintaining the building, grounds, and common areas to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate will perform a combination of routine maintenance repairs, light janitorial duties, and basic groundskeeping tasks, while responding promptly to service requests and supporting preventative maintenance efforts. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to quality service are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Routine Maintenance:
  Perform routine maintenance and repairs on property systems, fixtures, appliances, and equipment.
• Service Request:
  Respond promptly to service requests and work orders for both residential units and common areas.
• Preventative Maintenance:
  Conduct preventative maintenance inspections according to established schedules; document and address issues as needed.
• Turnovers:
  Assist with apartment turnovers including repairs, painting, cleaning, and preparing units for new residents.
• Safety:
  Identify and report any major maintenance needs or safety hazards to management.
• Work area:
  Maintain an organized, safe, and clean maintenance shop with properly stored tools and supplies.
• Safeguard the security of building keys, equipment, and maintenance areas.

Janitorial Duties

• Perform daily cleaning of common areas, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, laundry rooms, elevators, community rooms, and public restrooms.
• Dust, mop, vacuum, and disinfect high-traffic areas regularly to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
• Empty trash receptacles in common areas and replace liners as needed.
• Clean windows, doors, handrails, and other fixtures in public areas.
• Perform deep cleaning projects on a scheduled or as-needed basis.
• Maintain janitorial supply inventory and report replenishment needs to management.

Groundskeeping Duties

• Perform daily inspections and general upkeep of the property grounds to ensure a neat and safe appearance.
• Collect and dispose of litter, debris, and trash around the property, parking lots, walkways, and landscaped areas.
• Maintain outdoor areas, including sweeping sidewalks, trimming bushes, pulling weeds, and assisting with seasonal landscaping needs.
• Apply ice melt or sand to walkways and parking areas during winter months; assist with snow removal as necessary.
• Inspect exterior lighting and signage regularly and replace bulbs or report outages.

Note:

Management reserves the right to modify or adjust duties as needed to support the community's operational needs.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in maintenance, janitorial services, or groundskeeping required; multifamily housing experience preferred.
• Skills:
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair, and carpentry.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment such as power tools, vacuums, blowers, pressure washers, and snow removal equipment.
• Customer Service:
  Ability to interact professionally with residents, staff, and vendors; excellent communication skills.
• Self-Motivation:
  Able to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Compensation

Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required.

The role is considered non-exempt and may be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state law. The anticipated base pay range for the position is $18.00-$18.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance and more
• Term life and Voluntary supplemental life…