Maintenance Tech

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Des Moines, IA, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Perform various maintenance functions including but not limited to: painting, caulking, HVAC repairs, lock repairs, window/door repairs, electrical repairs, appliance repairs, preventative maintenance, and changing light bulbs, filters, batteries, etc.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assures all work performed is done in accordance with OSHA safety standards and those established by Anawim Housing.
• Assures that all work performed meets Anawim Housing’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality and efficiency.
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees, vendors, clients, tenants, equity partners and the financing authority.
• Complete vacant unit turns for incoming residents. Turns may include: drywall repair, painting, carpentry, appliance repair, fixture repair or replacement, installation of window blinds, unit lock changes, HVAC filter replacement and system cleaning, light electrical work such as replacing outlets/switches/thermostats, window and door repair, caulking, counter top replacement, surface refinishing.
• Service Requests - complete residents service requests within a reasonable timeframe.
• Assist with the organization and cleanliness of maintenance shop, remove garbage daily.
• Inventory Control - communicate to Logistics Coordinator when supplies are needed.
• Light grounds keeping; trimming of trees, shrubbery and bushes.
• Maintain, clean and organize garbage enclosures, dumpsters, including deodorizing and power washing as needed or directed by manager.
• Maintenance Coverage after hours - schedule/execute on call rotation among maintenance team members to ensure someone is always available to handle service requests outside of normal business hours.
• HVAC – troubleshoot and repair mini-split/central/portable and window air conditioning equipment; troubleshoot and repair electric/gas/geothermal heating units/furnaces.
• Property Emergencies – responsible for emergencies that may arise outside of normal business hours. ie. flood, fire, power loss, etc.
• Perform and ensure that all assigned maintenance requests are handled in a timely and reasonable amount of time and provide communication to Property Managers when a delay in repairs occurs.
• Continually inspect the property and report deficiencies to supervisor and Property Manager.
• Follow preventative maintenance programs for the property and specific equipment.
• Responsible to keep supervisor fully informed with both verbal and written communication, including but not limited to the feasibility of calling outside maintenance and requisitioning the purchase of required materials.
• Responsible for complying with safety regulations to avoid injury to self and others.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• HVAC Universal certification is preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 2 years multi-family maintenance experience or 2 years’ experience in a related construction/maintenance field.
• Comfortable using a ladder.
• Must own or have access to basic hand tools and a drill.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs, and bend.
• Able to effectively use company provided smartphone and tablet for communication and workflow tracking.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Reliable vehicle and car insurance.

The work is performed in a typical office or administrative environment as well as tenant apartments and outside. The worker could be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

• Driving, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, lifting, reaching, talking, hearing, grasping and finger dexterity, repetitive…