Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Maintenance Technician I will provide general maintenance to rental housing. This position may also perform work to get rental units ready during change of occupancy. As a maintenance technician, you will be a valuable member of the maintenance team. You will be responsible for checking, troubleshooting, making and documenting routine repairs in the following areas: air conditioning, water heaters, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other building maintenance areas.

You will frequently work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as in attics, crawl spaces and other tight spaces depending on the maintenance requirement.

• Respond to service requests including furnaces, air‑conditioning systems, appliances, water heaters, solar collection tanks, disposals, general plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other required maintenance items, as may be required.
• Perform skilled work in one or more trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, or locksmith requiring basic knowledge and skills and basic troubleshooting abilities.
• Respond to service requests providing excellent customer service and document all work in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain equipment such as tools, gauges, snakes, drills, etc., in ready repair.
• Understand and follow the proper use of equipment and chemicals including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow and adhere to an established preventive maintenance program and perform the required maintenance including replacement of filters, etc.
• Assist in making ready of vacated units including, but not limited to, painting, sanding, and varnishing; floor tile removal and replacement; ceramic tile replacement; drywall repair; fixture repair and/or replacement; floor stripping, waxing, and polishing; window repair and/or replacement; etc., as will be required from time to time. Similar work may be required on the exterior of the home.
• Perform emergency maintenance, including but not limited to sewage back‑ups, water main and/or lateral breaks (dig to expose line, repair, and replace soil as needed), fires, weather‑related damage, other types of water leaks, appliance repairs, etc.
• Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• This position requires driving for the Company using either a company vehicle or a personal/rental vehicle to conduct company business at least 50% of the time.

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) with training and/or experience in the building maintenance trades. Required.
• 1–3 years experience in building maintenance. Required.
• Have general knowledge of the maintenance trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Be able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physical work, including lifting weights of up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality are essential for this position.
• Valid driver’s license in the state. Required.

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more!

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The Company and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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