Maintenance Tech

Join a team that values skill, dedication, and pride in a job well done! At Volker, our Maintenance Technicians are more than just repair experts, they are the backbone of our communities, ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and proud of where they live. This is your opportunity to put your expertise to work in a dynamic, supportive environment where every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a tangible impact.

If you're driven, hands-on, and ready to keep our properties running at their best, we'd love to have you on our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general appearance and maintenance of the physical property and for ensuring the efficient operation of the property on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Has a working knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting, Preventative Maintenance Practices, Appliances, Locks/ Access Systems, Cleaning, Landscaping including Snow Removal, and Curb Appeal.

Entering resident homes and property buildings, diagnose problems and determine corrective solutions, referring to and/or adhering to building codes, blueprints, and manuals.

Facilitates best safety practices and compliance and provides an appropriately consistent approach to health, safety, and environmental issues. Regular cleaning of maintenance area.

Ensures all required life-safety equipment is being maintained per local, state, and federal codes and requirements.

Completes regular inspections of the property and identifies needed repairs.

At the direction of the Property Manager, completes unit turns in a timely manner.

Recommends property capital improvement projects and assists with the bidding process as requested by the Property Manager.

Works with vendors and contractors on projects under the direction of the Property Manager.

Adheres to all Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Maintain a positive rapport with residents.

Working within an on-call schedule for after-hours emergencies.

Providing exceptional customer service to all residents.

Other duties as assigned by management.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 70 pounds regularly, more on occasion.
• Ability to often move appliances and heavy machinery correctly and safely.
• Ability to frequently, walk steps, climb ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Frequent kneeling, crouching, stooping, or bending.
• Ability to work safely in high places following all company policies and procedures.
• Frequent reaching and extending of arms and hands, to include overhead work.
• Frequent handling of items of various sizes and weights. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with one or both hands.
• Duties may require contact with human and/or animal waste; proper safety precautions must be taken.
• Physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/ cold, wet/ humid, and dry/ arid conditions as needed. Frequently required to wear personal protective equipment. Noise levels will vary from quiet to excessive levels.