Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance duties of Associations involving mostly exterior carpentry, painting, plumbing repairs, electrical repairs and minor roofing repairs in addition to other exterior responsibilities to guarantee that the communities we manage are properly and safely maintained.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operate efficiently and that the physical condition of buildings do not deteriorate.
• Perform maintenance tasks such as carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical repairs to ensure that the building is properly maintained.
• Clean and repair building fixtures including lights, locks, windows, doors, screens, walls, floors, gutters and drains.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance and repairs on systems & equipment as needed.
• Maintain company issued vehicle (routine PM's, oil changes etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers and clients
• Knowledge of general maintenance requirements, (documentation, safety, required reporting, regulations, etc.)
• Knowledge of electrical and plumbing codes and maintenance requirements, (documentation, safety, required reporting, regulations, etc.)
• Knowledge of OSHA worksite and personal safety requirements.
• Knowledge of State or local governmental safety requirements.
• Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.).
• Professional customer service skills.
• Interpretation and completion of verbal and/or written instructions at a proficient level.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures and forms.
• Time management and time critical prioritization skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented and a team player.
• May be required to provide own basic tools (power drill, power saw, screwdrivers, level, hammer, etc.)

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely operate, climb and perform work on ladders (1-2 stories) 24-28ft.
• Ability to operate smartphone & email (day-to-day operations, basic communication/monthly expense reports)
• Must be able to operate a vehicle from one location to another (do they sign anything?)
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, pull/push, grasp, twist, reach above shoulder, walk, stoop, kneel and climb.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to input data to information system; and talk or hear in order to gather and provide information on departmental processes.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 3 -- 5 years of directly related or closely related experience

Travel Requirements:

• Travel may be required (no overnights)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.