Maintenance Lead

Description

Job Overview:

The Lead Maintenance Technician serves as head maintenance technician for the community association. Closely monitors , identifies and communicates problems in every phase of general maintenance of the building(s), including areas of carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, mechanic, painting, flooring, patching, general hardware, other minor building repairs and cleanliness. Makes recommendations, performs repairs, replacement maintenance and implements preventive maintenance as established by Company procedures and guidelines.

Your Responsibilities:

• Regular attendance and punctuality

• Maintains a safe and secure environment throughout the building(s).

• Leads, trains and directs maintenance staff through work orders, as needed

• Plans, monitors, and appraises job results; coaches, counsels and disciplines employees.

• Assesses repair needs and estimated time needed for repair (including evaluating problems to determine whether professional assistance or further instruction is needed to complete task/repair).

• Maintains all mechanical systems, including heat, cooling, and ventilation.

• Performs seasonal operations, such as servicing of HVAC systems, boilers, etc as indicated on the preventive maintenance program

• Maintains all electrical systems, to include lighting, office equipment, and general Association requirements

• Maintains all plumbing systems. Learns the location of all risers shut off valves and formulates a written log of the location of each. Responsible for all shutdowns

• Policing of building and property for debris, changing of light fixtures and bulbs, vacuuming of hallways, cleaning of compactor rooms, completion of daily work orders for work performed on common areas and in individual apartments, if required, and general care and upkeep of building.

• Maintains all fire protection and security systems, to include required maintenance, inspections, and documentation.

• Inspects all emergency equipment to ensure compliance

• Maintains all pavements, to include sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and parking areas, including snow and ice control.

• Monitors the functions of service contractors and building repair and maintenance contractors.

• Inventories and acquisitions maintenance supplies.

• Maintains disaster preparedness by identifying potential problems, developing response plans, managing crises.

• Completes reports/work orders of repairs (work needed).

• On call availability for emergencies and projects as assigned by property manager.

• Schedules and assigns work responsibilities to employees to meet shift requirements.

• Requests materials, tools, and supplies needed for a job.

• Administrates preventive/reactive maintenance schedule.

• Records and evaluates preventive maintenance activities and programs.

• Oversees or participates in construction, installation, and preventative maintenance of equipment.

• Observes /evaluates corrective maintenance or repair on equipment.

• Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

• Record and report all unusual and irregular conditions to the Community Manager.

• Maintain cordial, professional manner in dealing with residents, contractors, Management, etc.

• All other duties as directed by the Board of Directors/Trustees or Management

Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred. Technical background from university or vocational sources a plus.

• HVAC or other training or certification may be required

• Minimum 3 - 5years experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance or handy work

Physical Requirements:

• Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 100 lbs or more following appropriate safety procedures. This movement can occur throughout the day. You must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to communicate both on the phone and in person with our clients to resolve issues and manage the business.

• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.

• Must be mobile enough to move around both the office, to make copies, send mail and faxes and to walk around the property. This could include lengthy walks on uneven areas.

• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and other associates.

• Capable of working extended hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.

• This position may alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.

• Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.

• Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employees must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.

• Must be able to work effectively and cheerfully in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties

What We Offer:

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Physical Requirements

§ Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.

§ Able to see well enough to read faint or partially obscured writing or printing, with corrective lenses if needed.

§ Must be able to speak English in a clear and understandable voice so that various types of communications may be conducted with people of various levels of education and capabilities, to include the exchange and receipt of information over the telephone.

§ Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 50 to 100 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day. Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary.

§ This position will alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting.

§ Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills.

§ Must be able to work in small and confined spaces for extended periods of time.

§ Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.

Environmental Requirements

§ Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employee must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.

§ Must be able to work effectively and cheerfully in an environment which may be stressful due to adversarial situations resulting from the proper performance of duties.

Reporting Responsibility: Reports directly to Community Manager

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER: This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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