Maintenance Technician at Forest Glen

Overview

Maintenance Technician I —

Location:

Forest Glen, Clinton, SC

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for general maintenance repairs, apartment make-readies, preventive maintenance and construction or rehabilitation projects for an apartment community. Responsible for maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies for repairs and monitoring the monthly maintenance budget. This position may offer promotion to Maintenance Technician II. The Maintenance Technician I must be flexible and able to work varied schedules, including weekends, on-call and some holidays as required.

• Under direction of the Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor, perform maintenance activities for the apartment community along with other maintenance staff.
• Work with the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager (e.g., walk apartments, move-in/move-out reports).
• Report apartments that are ready to show to the Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor.
• Complete weekly/daily maintenance assignments in tandem with Community Manager and maintenance supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining exterior grounds and curb appeal.
• Perform maintenance repairs related to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pools, appliances, drywall.
• Identify, correct and report hazardous community conditions.
• Coordinate and respond to resident/management requests and service requests for occupied apartments.
• Determine with Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor which requests or emergencies are top priority.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move-in and walk all vacant units to determine make-ready needs; coordinate effort with Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor.
• Ensure all trash from apartments is cleaned out before, during and after make-ready activity.
• Walk property daily to identify needed maintenance and liability hazards and report to Community Manager.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and apartments per NHE’s schedule.
• Work with Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor to determine supplies and equipment needs; obtain approval before placing orders.
• Attendance is an essential job function.
• May be requested to assist in other communities and respond to hazardous weather conditions, fires, floods, freezes, etc.
• Attend and participate in industry and NHE’s training programs as required.
• Responsible for vendor monitoring and quality control; perform tasks of subordinate associates as needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
• This job description may be updated or modified at any time by NHE management.

• Specific Skills/Equipment
  • Computer
  • Propane torch (Plumbing)
  • Steam clean/shampoo machine
  • Key machine
  • Sewer machine
  • Sink machine
  • Leak detector
  • Pressure Washer
  • Volt meter
  • Manifold gauges
  • Paint Sprayer
  • Air conditioners
  • Appliances
  • Water heaters
  • Welding torches (A/C)
  • Hand tools
• Must be able to perform all facets of apartment make-ready.
• On a regular basis must use independent judgment to determine actions, priorities, emergencies, etc.
• Must be able to handle moderate to high levels of stress due to deadlines, reprioritizing activities and supervising employees.
• Interacts regularly with residents, vendors, contractors, supervisors, employees and coworkers; must have excellent interpersonal skills.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize duties
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work with little direction maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
• Be a team player with an excellent work ethic

• Prior apartment maintenance experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to troubleshoot HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, electronic systems, major appliances, pool and spa equipment and other community systems (gates, phone jacks, irrigation, etc.).

• Must have a valid driver’s license and means of immediate transportation to provide service calls.

• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC troubleshooting, replacement and repair.
• Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting on all property systems (HVAC, water heaters, electrical, appliances).
• Must possess EPA certification Type 1 and 2 minimum.
• Minimum of 6 months as a Maintenance Technician I.
• Good attendance record
• No written or verbal warnings