Maintenance Technician

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Guardian is seeking a Full‑time Maintenance Technician to join our team at Renaissance Commons in Portland, OR.

Full Time, Renaissance Commons, Portland, OR, US

Requisition  
• Posted 2 days ago

Salary Range: $23.43 – $31.00 hourly

Schedule: 40 hours/week;
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Renaissance Commons is a 189‑unit apartment community in North Portland. The Maintenance Technician’s primary role is to support the Community Manager by ensuring site safety and completing required property maintenance to maintain excellent curb appeal and overall quality of the properties on a scheduled basis. This includes prioritizing and processing work orders, handling both urgent and routine maintenance of property and apartment units, ensuring that all maintenance work is done in compliance with OSHA regulations and Guardian policies, and coordinating with other property staff and vendors to provide outstanding customer service to residents.

Essential Functions:

• Represent Guardian in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Support the Community Manager’s efforts to assure compliance with all laws and regulations (fire, backflow, OSHA, etc.).
• Maintain the property and grounds to ensure clean appearance and excellent curb appeal.
• Identify and report potential liabilities or needed repairs in structural, electrical, plumbing, and appliance areas.
• Respond to all service requests, complete work orders and apartment turn‑overs in a timely and professional manner according to Guardian’s policies.
• Keep accurate records of current space conditions and maintain model unit for display.
• Regularly inspect property and vacant apartments and coordinate the work and schedules of property vendors.
• Carry a property cell phone and be on call for emergencies after business hours and on weekends on a rotating basis with other staff.
• Communicate with supervisor regarding issues, resident questions or concerns.
• Perform or coordinate maintenance of pools, spas, and pool areas, if applicable.
• Follow confidentiality guidelines for resident, property, owner, and Guardian information at all times.
• Accurately record time worked, adhere to time‑keeping guidelines daily.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Community Manager or Portfolio Manager.

Qualification Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• At least one year of work experience in property maintenance and repairs, construction or related experience preferred.
• Possess and transport own tools and materials needed for the job.
• Ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Must complete company training requirements within pre‑determined deadlines and attend additional training sessions as needed.
• Own or have access to properly insured vehicle for business transportation needs; maintain a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• If the property has a pool, Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification may be required according to the state regulations.

Benefits: Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer‑matched 401‑K, 10 days of Vacation Time per year, 1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked, 11 Paid Holidays + 1 Birthday Holiday + 1 Flex Holiday, Employee Assistance Program.

AAP/EEO Statement

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