Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

PK Management, A leading property management company in the multi-housing industry, has an opening for a Full-Time Maintenance Technician. We are seeking a self-motivated and a career-minded individual to join our team. Great benefits including health, life, vacation and 401K! Professional and friendly work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Competitive Salary offering $32.49 hourly

Job Summary

Apply maintenance skills and customer service skills to ensure overall maintenance of the property to ensure that all physical as- pects of the property meet all applicable laws as well as the company?s established standards. Troubleshoot and repair all aspects of the property and its units; plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, carpentry, appliances, painting and drywall. Work may be per- formed independently or as part of the maintenance team. This position operates within and contributes to an environment with Fair Housing laws and Equal Employment Opportunity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot work orders daily for residents prioritizing the service requests and ensuring they are completed in a timely fashion.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents ensuring that the unit meets the company standards/checklist.
• Maintain the exterior grounds of the property and conduct seasonal duties such as snow removal or pool maintenance.
• Conduct walk-through of the entire property to ensure everything is in working order; if not, take the appropriate steps for correction.
• Prepare for inspections.
• Schedule outside contractors for projects, if necessary.
• Be available for quick response per company policy if on-call duties are required.
• Attend staff meetings as required or requested.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager or Property Manager.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Administrative Skills ? ability to understand the Company?s policies and procedures, track materials used for inventory purpos- es, sign-in/sign-out unit keys.
• Analytical Skills ? ability to draw conclusions and examine alternatives when approaching a maintenance request, ability to read blue prints, if required, ability to consider alternative methods/materials, if the necessary are unavailable.
• Communication/Language Skills ? ability to read and comprehend warning labels and service requests, ability to effectively communicate with residents and other property staff.
• Coordinating Skills ? ability to prioritize numerous tasks and the importance of service requests.
• Creative Skills ? ability to find the most efficient way to complete a task, continuously look for ways to retain residents and improve the property.
• Computer Skills ? Outlook.
• Leadership Skills ? ability to show confidence in work, motivate others and represent the property at resident functions.
• Manual Skills ? cleaning, snow removal, grounds keeping.
• Maintenance Skills ? plumbing, electric, heating/cooling, carpentry, appliance repair, painting, drywall
• Appliance Repair ? Troubleshooting and repair of parts, clean lint screen in washer/dryer, pumps and transmission, water heater troubleshooting, repair and replacement.
• Carpentry ? Proper use of hand and power tools, cabinetry, door hanging to include installing hardware, closets, hinges, drywall repair and replacement, window repair and replacement, shelving installation.
• Electrical ? Able to replace outlets, switches, light fixtures, circuit breakers, photocells, ballasts, understand and use basic test equipment, knowledge of fire and security system operation.
• Grounds keeping ? Maintain landscaping and snow removal equipment, snow removal and salting of walks, operate blower, operate and maintain lawn equipment.
• Housekeeping ? Understand and use MSDS, use cleaning che