Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Property Manager under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and performs general maintenance and repair to ensure apartment units and other property facilities are in good working order. Handles service requests for repairs and improvements of vacant apartments to a market‑ready status.

$2,500.00 Signing Bonus

• Paid out in three installments:
  • $750 after 2 months of employment
  • $750 after 3 months of employment
  • $1000 after 4 months of employment

• Receives maintenance requests, prioritizes work orders, and handles each in the most efficient manner, as directed by the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.
• Examines and diagnoses problems with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units for property facilities. Determines the best method to repair or replace all or part of the unit. Makes repairs and/or replacements according to standard. Performs preventative maintenance on HVAC units by replacing filters, cleaning coils, etc.
• Checks all appliances, sinks, faucets, commodes, drapes, blinds, etc.
• Performs minor to moderate‑level plumbing repairs, replacements, and/or installations, including repairing leaks and removing clogs in sinks and toilets.
• Change air conditioning filters at least once every three months.
• Performs minor electrical repairs and replacements of light fixtures and related items.
• Repairs locks and other miscellaneous items.
• May perform painting projects ranging from a complete interior painting of property units to minor touch‑ups and repair of walls and woodwork.
• May perform “make ready” projects to prepare vacant units available for prospective tenants.
• Reviews condition of floors, walls, carpet, linoleum, tile, etc. Makes necessary repairs to above.
• Responds to resident service requests and concerns in a timely manner.
• Delivers various communications to residents as needed. Leaves a completed work order or a note in all apartments.
• Cleans up any debris that is caused by maintenance work. Does not use personal items belonging to the resident for clean‑up.
• Records time spent in each unit on the work order.
• Informs Property Manager of any repair work needing an outside contractor or replacement of significant appliances necessary.
• Performs any necessary maintenance in the leasing office, clubroom, models, pools, the exterior of the property, etc.
• Pick up trash, water grounds, and flower beds from the grounds daily. Empty pool area trash cans.
• Sweeps leasing office front porch and parking area.
• Sweeps and cleans around the breezeways, dumpster area maintenance, boiler, and supply rooms.
• Clears pool(s) and maintains correct chemical levels. Sweeps pool areas and arranges pool furniture.
• Inventories pool and ground supplies, informs Maintenance Supervisor when running low.
• Is alert to physical problems in the course of work and notifies the Property Manager promptly.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
• Requests Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor to purchase supplies as needed.
• Works/co‑ordinates with vendors, when necessary, on special maintenance projects.
• Distributes door‑to‑door newsletters and residents’ notices.
• Operates a motor vehicle to transport tools and materials between work sites.
• Works irregular hours (evenings, weekends), including on‑call and overtime hours, as required.
• Performs on‑call, fire watch, or other after‑hour efforts as required.
• Adheres to safety and hazard communications programs, policies, and procedures and maintains a safe work environment.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor on special maintenance projects, i.e., preventive maintenance of building components and mechanicals.
• Works closely with management and maintenance staff in developing an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the Company.
• Attends and participates in technical training programs to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.
• Professionally represents the Company on or off the property at all times.
• Assists other staff members as needed.
• Is alert to physical problems seen in work and…