Make-Ready Technician| Houston, 77081

Position Summary The Maintenance Technician will be responsible, under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, for the overall day-to-day maintenance for the interior and exterior of their Ashford Community. The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance, repair and rehabilitation of the community in all areas related to the maintenance operations. Additionally, they must ensure the proper operation of all appliances, heating and cooling units, and light fixtures. It is their responsibility to anticipate, identify and correct any and all problems involving the community and to implement processes and procedures that will prevent such issues. Daily responsibilities may include running work orders (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.), appliance repairs, assisting with unit make ready for future move-ins, pool maintenance/upkeep, and exterior maintenance. In addition, maintenance technicians often must respond to after hour emergencies. Therefore, being on-call is part of the job responsibilities. Essential Job Functions (Make Ready – 60%) Complete make-ready process of vacant apartments as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor. Perform adequate level of carpentry work including the repair of porches (stairs, decking, joisting, handrails, trim), walls, windows, siding, doors and other carpentry work. Inspect building facilities to identify building maintenance needs; complete inspection and preventative maintenance reports, recommend, prioritize, and perform corrective maintenance as required. Install, maintain and repair a variety of floor covering such as carpeting, tile, linoleum and wood; experience with fabrication and installation of laminate countertops; experience performing repair of roof coverings such as composition, rolled, and shingle. Read and interpret sketches, diagrams, and blueprints. Ticket Runner (20%) Responsible for the completion of all assigned maintenance service requests in a timely manner. Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, generators, pressure washers, landscape equipment; and various hand tools required for carpentry, plumbing, and other general maintenance. Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on buildings. Coordinate with special projects team as directed by Maintenance Supervisor or Director. Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors as directed. Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as scheduled and carry a pager/cell phone as required for on-call maintenance. Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned. Groundskeeping (10%) Assist with community grounds work as directed by Maintenance Supervisor which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas. Assure safety standards are upheld and follow all company, local, city, state and federal guidelines. Assist with “trash-out” of vacant apartments as needed. Administrative and Other General Tasks (10%) Maintain inventory for cost effective operations. Responsible for alerting the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Community Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has taken place or that may occur. Ensure compliance of all work-related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner. Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and fellow team members. Qualifications and Education Requirements Minimum Required Education and Skills 1-2+ years of experience in related fields of construction or maintenance/repair and/or training Entry level of skill in the following areas: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, swimming pool, carpentry, dry wall, exterior structure and appliances Strong knowledge of current repair and maintenance techniques and procedures Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools Self-motivated, results driven with the ability to handle difficult situations Ability to work well under pressure Strong judgement and ability to exhibit self-control and work well in tense situations Ability to follow written and verbal directions Must be willing to be on-call to respond to after hour emergencies as needed Flexibility with work schedule to include ability to work extended hours on a periodic basis Must be willing to travel and assist at other Ashford Communities as needed Must have reliable personal transportation to travel between Ashford properties Valid driver’s license Preferred Education and Skills High School Diploma or GED Knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations Basic computer knowledge helpful Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the team member to successfully perform the critical tasks of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those critical tasks. Environment: The incumbent typically works in a building and in outdoor areas and uses mechanical and office equipment as needed to perform duties with associate noise levels. Weather conditions may vary. The employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday and encounter extensive public contact at time. Position requires travel for property errands or training classes. Possible to work long hours and odd schedules (weekends) in order to fulfill job duties. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a maintenance or office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. Also required to regularly talk, listen and hear, frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, and occasionally push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds. This team member is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling and stooping. This team member may be occasionally required to climb ladders, high spaces and/or stairs. The incumbent will at times use mechanical equipment typical of those used in the maintenance of buildings, construction, and landscape. Vision: Ability to see in the normal visual range with or without correction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction #J-18808-Ljbffr Ashford Communities