Maintenance Technician - Jackson, MS

Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on buildings, mechanical equipment and utility systems according to all company policies, procedures, state and federal safety laws; e.g. OSHA, ADA FAIR HOUSING, etc.

• Must be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics and Freon.
• Constantly be aware of the condition of apartment property throughout the buildings/community and immediately initiates action to correct unsafe conditions; e.g., broken gates, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights.
• Schedules with Manager and performs routine preventive maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by Manager. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
• Be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
• Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.

• Diagnoses and performs minor and routine maintenance/repair, as directed, involving the following on a daily basis:
• Electrical and plumbing (including water lines), A/C and heating systems, Boiler, gas and electric.
• Appliances (when applicable).
• Gas fixtures and appliances (where applicable).
• Door locks, P.O. boxes and locks, Security systems (where applicable).
• Ceiling leaks, Walls, General Carpentry, Painting.
• Foundations/Sidewalk/Concrete, Ice and Snow Removal.
• Inspects and helps coordinate all needed make-ready repairs and services. Assists make-ready staff and/or performs make readies personally as required in order to meet deadlines.
• Reports all major repairs and need requisitions to Maintenance Supervisor and Site Manager prior to any expenditure of funds or ordering of materials and supplies.
• Change locks and make keys.
• Removes and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vice versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to dumpster when necessary, including transferring client belongings/furniture to curbside per Constable instructions for evictions.
• Be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and inform Maintenance Supervisor of shortages.
• Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant.
• Performs any additional duties assigned by Commercial Property Manager.

• Two years, direct experience in maintenance or equivalent field.
• Effectively prioritize and multi-task.
• Strong working knowledge and skilled in the use of required equipment/machinery:
  • Hand Tools – Various wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, posthole diggers, etc.
  • Power Tools – Grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc.
  • User-Moved Aids – Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders.
  • Mechanical Equipment – Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc.
  • Measuring devices – Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH Tests, gauges, etc.
• Dependable & flexible as well as possessing the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Proactive, initiate follow-through.
• Must supply own hand tools and HVAC gauges.

• Specific with general property/building management:
  • Indoors (66% to 100% of the time). Frequently outdoors (33% to 66% of the time), all conditions, often for extended periods.
  • Occasional exposure (1 % to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. Example:
    Office/Apartments during/after make-ready.
  • Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to work in awkward and confining positions.

• The qualification requirements, physical demands and work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
• Constant need to be on feet/to perform the following physical activities (66% - 100%):

Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel – Perform routine maintenance/ repairs, pick up tools and needed…