Maintenance Technician - Palmetto Estates - Prentiss MS

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• Perform basic repairs to appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, and/or circuits.
• Perform light plumbing work such as clearing clogs and replacing fittings.
• Perform carpentry work including fitting doors, freeing windows, building shelves, and interior/exterior painting.
• Replace damaged or broken glass, tile, carpet, window screens/blinds, garbage disposals, light fixtures, appliances, locks, etc.
• Report all maintenance and resident concerns immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Respond to work orders, resident requests, and concerns within 24 hours when possible.
• Keep accurate, detailed records for preventive maintenance activities, work order requests, apartment renovations, inventories, and/or purchase orders.
• Assist Site Manager with move‑in/move‑out inspections, routine inspections required by federal and/or state regulatory agencies, and make‑ready procedures to vacant units.
• Identify water and gas meter cut‑offs, unit fixture cut‑offs, and sewer clean‑outs.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment based on the manufacturers operating manuals.
• Periodically inspect all units, buildings, and common areas, perform repairs and/or janitorial duties as needed.
• Ensure storage areas and other entrances are locked and adequate lighting in those areas is maintained.
• Attend and/or participate in required training. Operate within OSHA, Fair Housing, and ADA standards and follow company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Ensure effective, timely, and professional interactions with all residents, visitors, contractors, and property management team for maintenance services provided.
• May be required to track maintenance equipment/material usage.
• Perform additional duties upon request.

• High school diploma and/or certificate from a vocational school preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to bend, lift, climb stairs/ladders, operate hand tools, and/or write 66% to 100% of the time.
• Must be able to read, speak, and comprehend work order instructions and safety regulations.
• Strong technical knowledge of all building systems (electrical, heating, etc).
• Willingness to pitch in and work in areas besides maintenance if needed.
• Must be personable and trustworthy, able to work well with residents and co‑workers, and perform work in a safety‑conscious manner.
• Must have strong attention to detail in reporting.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Construction

• Construction