Handyman

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $24.00 per hour +, paid vacation, paid medical, employer matched 401k

Job Summary:

We are looking for a professional Handyperson with residential building maintenance skills to assist with the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of all building systems and equipment. The handyperson will coordinate and complete all requested work, assign priorities, and follow up on completion.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine maintenance work and makes repairs to properties as needed, including light plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, light electrical.
• Works closely with Property Manager/ Superintendent who will help coordinate tasks.
• Coordinates with tenants to set times to access apartments to make repairs.
• Efficiently manages incoming service requests.
• Repair of walkways and exteriors.
• Tracks time and logs activities and the work completed for each job.
• Completes renovation projects as needed.
• Performs high-quality work with attention to detail.
• On-call to respond to tenant requests and issues.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the grounds and the office as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to handle a wide variety of repairs (including painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc.).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills to communicate with tenants and other staff effectively.
• Experience using e-mail, text messages, and apps for business purposes.
• Has a reliable vehicle to travel around to property locations (where applicable).
• Ability to work occasional Saturdays (as needed).
• Owns all tools needed for general handyperson tasks- is a PLUS.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with a successful track record as maintenance tech/handyperson.
• Experienced and knowledgeable in construction and maintenance.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.