Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing repairs, troubleshooting, and carrying out preventative maintenance on assigned property/properties. This includes, maintaining and improving the condition of property grounds and buildings and the timely completion of work orders.Essential Job FunctionsModels company mission and valuesChampions continuous improvement and regularly advocate strategies to enhance resident satisfaction, work processes and property performancePerforms repairs, troubleshoots mechanical systems, and completes preventative maintenanceRestores vacated apartments to move-in condition for new residentsConducts maintenance-related inspections, including building and alarm systemsOversees contractors and inspects their work to maintain the highest quality standardsResponds to work orders and completes repairs as requiredRemoves snow, ice and leaves from sidewalks, walkways, steps and driveways/parking spacesCompletes janitorial requirements in accordance with the janitorial scheduleComplies with company and OSHA standardsResponds to on-call emergencies on weekends, evenings, and holidays—resolves as circumstances warrantPatrols property daily to identify areas in need of cleaning and completes required work—remove trash/debris from property grounds and common areas, keep the dumpster area clean, and vacuum, sweep and mop common areasWalks the grounds and common areas daily; removes litter and debris from lawns, planting beds, parking areas, sidewalks, ramps, and indoor spacesPerforms and adheres to the preventative maintenance plan/programMaintains a professional and courteous demeanor with all residents, prospects, staff and contractorsSecures MRK equipment to prevent/deter theftEnsures company tools and equipment are in optimal conditionAdheres to all safety guidelines in the operation of all tools and machineryReports lease violations to the Property ManagerAdheres to Fair Housing Laws in all resident and prospect interactionsOther duties as assignedRequirementsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesHigh school diploma or GED preferred1-2 years of experience as a full-charge residential maintenance technician is requiredKnowledge of OSHA rules and regulations is preferredEPA certification preferredHVAC certification preferredMust be able to work a flex schedule and be on-call for emergencies on weekends, evenings, and holidaysAbility to read, speak and comprehend the English language is requiredProficiency in performing plumbing, electrical and appliance repairAbility to follow direction and work independently and as a teamAdvanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, action-oriented environmentRequirementsMust have hand toolsANSI approved steel-toe shoes/compositeMust have a valid Driver's LicenseMust have reliable transportationWilling to assist with other properties within the portfolio and surrounding portfolios as neededWilling to travel up to 10-20% of the timeOur ValuesEmbrace New Ways: obstacles are opportunities, and challenges are catalysts for changeServe the Community: give back and pay it forwardDrive to Achieve: ambition and determination – we can achieve anything we can imagineWE'VE GOT YOU COVEREDWe take pride in supporting the health and well-being of our teammates and their families:Full medical, prescription, dental and vision benefitsCompany paid life and AD&D insuranceCompany paid short-term and long-term disabilityA 401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid time off, accrued based on years of serviceSupplemental insurance for employees and familiesEmployee Assistance Program for confidential counselingAdditional paid day off to provide community or charitable servicesPaid holidays; approximately eight per yearPeace of mind and a great working environmentMRK provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.