Maintenance Technician

A Brief Overview The Maintenance Technician I will provide general maintenance to rental housing. This position may also perform work to get the rental unit ready during change of occupancy. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be a valuable member of the maintenance team. You will be responsible for checking, troubleshooting, making and documenting routine repairs in the following areas: air conditioning, water heaters, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other building maintenance areas. You'll frequently work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as in attics, crawl spaces and other tight spaces depending on the maintenance requirement. What You Will Do Responds to service requests including furnaces, air-conditioning systems, appliances, water heaters and solar collection tanks, disposals, general plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other required maintenance items. Performs skilled work in one or more trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, or locksmith requiring basic knowledge and skills and basic troubleshooting abilities. Responds to service requests providing excellent customer service and documents all work in accordance with company policy. Maintains equipment such as tools, gauges, snakes, drills, etc., ready for repair. Understands and follows the proper use of equipment and chemicals including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Follows and adheres to an established preventive maintenance program and performs the required maintenance including replacement of filters, etc. Assists in the make‑ready of vacated units including, but not limited to, painting, sanding, and varnishing, floor tile removal and replacement, ceramic tile replacement, drywall repair, fixture repair and/or replacement, floor stripping, waxing, and polishing, window repair and/or replacement, etc., as will from time to time be required. Similar work may also be required on the exterior of the home to make ready. Performs emergency maintenance, including but not limited to sewage back‑ups, water main and/or lateral breaks (dig to expose line, repair, and replace soil as needed), fires, weather‑related damage, other types of water leaks, appliance repairs, etc. Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner. This position requires driving for the Company using either: 1) a Company vehicle, at any frequency from Rarely to Constantly; or 2) a Personal or Rental vehicle to conduct Company business more than 50% of the time to perform work duties. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent) with training and/or experience in the building maintenance trades. Required. 1-3 years experience in building maintenance. Required. General knowledge of the maintenance trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Able to work outside in all weather conditions and perform physical work, as well as to lift weights of up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally. Basic Computer knowledge. Reliable and dependable attendance and punctuality are essential for this position. Valid Driver's License, in the state. Compensation We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and/or experience. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package. Benefits A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more! Click Here For Benefits Overview You must be able to pass a drug, background screen, and motor vehicle record check (if one is required per the position). EEO/ADA The Company and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr