Maintenance Technician

Job Summary This position completes technical and mechanical tasks that safeguard the physical properties of the buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas of the property meet the Company’s standards for cleanliness, presence, safety, and complete functionality. It is imperative that you review these duties, skills and physical requirements closely and that you understand that by signing the Job Description Acknowledgment, you are verifying that you can perform all the duties, have the skills and possess the physical abilities that are necessary to perform the job as described. Responsibilities Completes assigned work orders, as well as preventative maintenance on the property by identifying the source of the deficiency or trouble, and making repairs in accord with recognized policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements. Completes the “make-ready” process to prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move-ins by completing the pre-move-out inspection, creating a “punch” list of maintenance work needed, ensuring vendors are doing the correct and completed work, requesting needed supplies and materials, completing all maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work. Follows procedures for obtaining materials, supplies, equipment, tools, and other items from the property’s maintenance department by tracking items used, returning unused items to vendors, and notifying the maintenance supervisor or manager about re-ordering needs. Completes documentation in a timely, accurate, and complete method so that service requests can be properly documented and followed. Support in maintaining the grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed. Maintains cost-cutting and expense control programs by repairing rather than replacing parts when feasible, not being wasteful with materials and supplies, and applying the appropriate use for tools and equipment. Other Responsibilities Comply with WGA’s safety and risk-management policies by attending and participating in the property’s routine safety meetings, completing required training on OSHA and other safety related laws and requirements, and by reporting accidents and incidents immediately and correctly. Complete and stay up to date on all training and meetings. Assists in organizing every day and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk management matters, keep the property in good repair, and communicate worries about the physical needs of the property to management. Writing: Inventory maintenance, requisition requests, required maintenance reports. Required Licenses or Certifications Incumbents must have EPA certifications Type 1 and II or Universal for refrigerant recycling. (Applies to Certified Service Technicians.) Incumbents must have all certifications as required by the State and Local jurisdictions. (Applies to all Service Technicians.) Incumbents must have a valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on property. Equipment/Machinery/Tools An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools: Hand Tools: Various wrenches, hammers, grips, saws, sledgehammers, snips, posthole diggers, etc. Power Tools : Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc. User-Moved Aids: Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders. Mechanical Equipment: Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc. Measuring Devices: Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, pH tests, gauges, etc. Physical Requirements Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet. Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities: Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel to perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment. Climb stairs to service requests and make-ready needs for 2nd and 3rd floor apartments. Push or pull to move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc. Reach above shoulder to perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment, parts, etc. Climb ladders to perform routine maintenance/repairs. Grasp/Grip/Turning to handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs. Finger dexterity to handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs. Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform lifting/carrying of supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc. (weight breakdown provided below). Lift categories: Over 150 lbs. (rare), 75-150 lbs. (occasional), 25-75 lbs. (frequent), 1-25 lbs. (constant). Note: Lifting and carrying weights exceeding 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more people. Examples: washer/dryers, refrigerators, A/C units, etc. Vision: Constant or frequent need to document maintenance, read manuals, see small details, and assess property issues. Hearing: Constant need to communicate with staff, vendors, and residents. Speaking: Constant need to verbally communicate with assistants, office staff, vendors and residents. Driving/Traveling: Frequent need to use personal transportation for parts and supplies; on-call rotations may require expedient travel; must have valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Working Environment: Indoors 66%–100%; outdoors 33%–66%; occasional exposure to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives; frequent need to work in awkward positions. Reasoning Development: Moderate ability to apply logical thinking and follow procedures with potential minor deviations. Skills & Qualifications In House -Work Knowledge Sheetrock/paint experience Appliances repair experience Basic knowledge in general repairs Understanding of Liability and Risk Mitigator Proactive approach in inspection to oversee an arising issue Ability to escalate issues for timely and effective problem resolution Available for On Call. Must respond in 1 Hour Able to troubleshoot remotely to support team members Able to put together an order while understanding budget constraints and expanding to escalate needs outside of budget Curb appeal experience Manage and Produce quality Make Readies Manage and Produce quality Work Order Completion. Minimize callbacks and repeat issues #J-18808-Ljbffr