Maintenance Specialist

Maintenance Specialist

Job Location s: US-Williston

Identification:   
• Category:
Customer Service/Support
• Position Type:
Regular Full-Time
• FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Perform general maintenance/service repairs in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, plastering, machinery upkeep, and preparing apartment(s) for occupancy. The position involves extensive work in occupied/vacant apartment units, common areas, and occasionally in building office settings. Occasional after-hours (on-call) maintenance emergencies may be required.

• Participate in all maintenance projects.
• Perform light electrical repairs on items such as appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, etc.
• Perform light plumbing work, such as clearing stoppages, replacing fittings, etc.
• Replace broken glass, tile, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliances, blinds, and locks.
• May, at times, be required to paint interiors and exteriors.
• Perform carpentry work, such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves, sanding and refinishing floors.
• May be required to assist in custodial work in common areas (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash, cleaning windows, etc.).
• Perform grounds work and snow removal as necessary.
• Repair concrete, masonry, fencing, when required.
• Perform limited extermination services when required.
• Train subordinate employees, if necessary.
• Participate in standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
• Responsible for stock control and utilization of maintenance materials.
• Assist the resident manager in scheduling quarterly apartment inspections.
• Refurbish apartments prior to resident occupancy.
• Schedule subordinate maintenance personnel and work orders, adhering to maintenance priorities.
• Keep accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, work orders, apartment refurbishing, annual inspections, inventories, and purchase orders.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on manufacturers’ recommendations and operating manuals.
• Periodically inspect all units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance as needed.
• Ensure storage areas and entrances are secure and adequately lit.
• Maintain knowledge of contracts and suppliers, their services and goods.
• Assist in apartment check-in and checkout inspections.
• Set up a well-organized on-site tool and equipment room and keep the area clean and free of clutter.
• Maintain good working relations with tenants and adhere to guidelines including: scheduling visits in advance, leaving an entry slip if entry occurred during tenant absence, not disturbing tenant belongings, and cleaning up after completing tasks.
• Furnish and maintain a full set of working tools to perform duties.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the field or related area.
• Some formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing work, light electrical work, painting, refurbishing and cleaning, air conditioning.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge regarding water and gas meter cutoffs, apartment and fixture cutoffs, and sewer cleanouts.
• Willingness to contribute beyond maintenance, e.g., janitorial, custodial, painting.
• Ability to assist the Resident Manager in duties when necessary.
• Knowledge of safety measures in area of specialty.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when maintenance is needed.
• Ability to repair machines or systems using appropriate tools.
• Ability to diagnose operating errors and determine corrective actions.
• Ability to install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
• Ability to determine tools and equipment needed for a job.
• Monitor gauges, dials, and indicators to ensure proper machine operation.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and…