Maintenance Technician-Porter (Van Nuys)

Job Title: Maintenance Technician-Porter Location: Van Nuys, CA 91406 Salary Range: $23.00 - $26.00 Hourly Position Type: Full Time

Description

What We Offer

• Pay: $23.00-$26.00 per hour
• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• On-call for after-hours emergencies
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance; 401(k) with employer match
• Time Off: Paid vacation and 15 paid company holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Inspects property and equipment daily to determine need and extent of service, equipment required, type and number of operation and maintenance personnel needed.
• Respond to service requests on a first in, first out, (except in the case of an emergency) and in accordance with Fair Housing guidelines. Document to accurately describe work done, parts used, disposition and time spent.
• Implementation and supervision of Preventative Maintenance program.
• Review and update quarterly, semi-annual and annual preventative maintenance schedule to include changing HVAC filters, fire detector batteries, other types of safety devices, cleaning gutters, and inspecting for leaks.
• Completes and submits a monthly property safety inspection report to the Resident Manager.
• Assist with turnover of apartments as requested by Resident Manager to include duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors.
• Directs contracted projects to verify adherence to specifications.
• Purchases and maintain records of building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, and furniture.
• Utilize safety equipment as applicable (i.e. back support devices, eye protection, gloves, masks, etc.)
• Compiles records of labor and material cost for operating building and issues cost reports to owner or managing agents.
• Assembles and analyzes contract bids and submits bids and recommendations to superiors for action.
• Respond to emergency calls, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Overtime may be required.
• Provide emergency on-call services on a rotating basis with other maintenance staff. Overtime may be required.
• If you are unavailable for emergency calls at any time due to vacation or any other personal reason, it is required that you plan with the Service Technician at a sister property to be on call for you, and to notify your Supervisor and the Manager of the sister property of the arrangement.
• Support office staff in efforts of safety and security of the property.
• Keep Maintenance Shop neat and organized. Maintain company tools, equipment and other items in a satisfactory condition.
• Meet and be personable and professional with community residents.
• Effectively assess a situation which may require assistance or specialized equipment and respond appropriately in serious or emergency situations.
• Communicate effectively with Property Manager daily to ensure all objectives are met and property is up to company standards.
• Communicate with Property Manager regarding suppliers or vendors to ensure safe and efficient operation of property maintenance.
• Trouble-shoot and diagnose and correct heating and air conditioning, and appliances problems.
• Must be able to diagnose and repair equipment or appliances, which are not clearly seen or reached under counters, on ceiling etc.
• Re-key locks and cut keys.
• Repair electrical and plumbing problems.
• Provide carpentry and sheet rock repairs.
• Fix problem with cleanliness of property including trash and hallways.
• Assist in monitoring maintenance, inventory, parts, cleaning supplies and placing replacement orders.
• Can use power machinery properly and safely.
• Driving to local areas when necessary.
• Keep cellular telephone on at all times during working hours and while on call.
• Know property rules and regulations and inform Property Manager of non-compliance.
• Is not authorized to sign any forms, applications or any documents on behalf of WSH Management Company or WSH Partnership or any affiliated companies.
• Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, marble surfaces, and trim.
• Cleans all common areas; rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, laundry centers, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and other work areas.
• Sweeps, scrubs, waxes, and polishes floor.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies using cleaning and extracting machines.
• Dusts furniture and equipment.
• Polishes metalwork.
• Washes walls, ceiling, baseboards and woodwork.
• Washes windows, door panels, and sills.
• Empties wastebaskets and empties and cleans ashtrays.
• Transports trash and waste to disposal area.
• Replenishes bathroom supplies.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Keeps patio furniture orderly and patio area clean including ashtrays and trash cans.
• Delivers messages.
• Transports small equipment or tools between departments.
• Sets up tables and chairs in auditorium or hall.
• Daily review of all emails and respond as necessary within 24 hours.
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years' relevant experience in apartment maintenance, multi community, hotel/motel, facilities management, construction or handyman.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and current auto insurance coverage as this position may require some driving for company business.
• Available to respond to after hours and/or weekend property maintenance emergencies.