MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS

Job Summary:Under direct supervision of the District Maintenance Supervisor, Centralized Maintenance Division, the Centralized Maintenance is responsible for the preservation and upkeep of the property and the safety of all maintenance personnel of the property. The Centralized Maintenance will be aware of and operate within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) Standards and company safety policies and procedures at all times.Incumbent is expected to have excellent attendance and communication skills, possess the ability to build lasting business relationships, and exhibit professionalism.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:This job description does not list all duties that will be required of this position. You will be required to perform other duties, as requested by your supervisor.Practice OSHA standards and company safety policyContinuing education of safety training as required by company and/or State and Federal LawComplete a hazard assessment form before beginning any taskUtilize proper safety equipment when exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shockKnowledge of all maintenance requirements for the propertyEnsure all repairs are compliant with local building codes, permitting and regulationsKeep accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, work orders, unit refurbishing, annual inspections, and inventories in accordance with procedures established in company procedures manualParticipate in a standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverageResponsible for performing scheduled maintenance on all equipment, based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and operating manualsRegularly inspect all apartment units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance in accordance with procedures manualMaintain the grounds in accordance with the schedule set forth in the procedure’s manualResponsible for the supervision and scheduling subordinate maintenance personnel and service requests requirements while adhering to maintenance prioritiesProvide training for subordinate employees or colleagues from other communities, when appropriateResponsible for reporting unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property, co-workers, or residentsResponsible for maintaining the required property uniform and always ensuring a professional appearance and attitudeResponsible for being aware of all contractual obligations relating to maintenance so as to keep the District Maintenance Supervisor abreast of any incidents of non-compliance from vendorsMust have knowledge of property HVAC units. The on-site Maintenance department must be able to troubleshoot the system and make repairs to fan motors, thermostats, contractors, etc. On-site maintenance will, under no circumstances, make repairs to any components involving the Freon system, to include replacement of components containing Freon, recovery of Freon from the system or addition of Freon to the system unless properly certified. At no time under any circumstances is Freon ever to be vented into the atmosphere. Failure to comply will result in immediate terminationEnsure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequate lighting of areas is always maintainedPerform light electrical repairs on items such as appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, etc.Perform light plumbing work, such as clearing stoppages, replacing fittings, etc.Perform replacement and repair of broken glass, tile, screens, draperies and locksPerform carpentry work, such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves and refinishing floorsRedecorate vacant units, including painting, cleaning of appliances, vacuuming and other related tasks required to prepare a unit for re-occupancyAssist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in the common areasResponsible for maintenance and repair, where applicable, of all amenities such as pools, spas, ponds, fitness equipment, etc.Assist other team members when necessaryKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):Read, understand and follow instructions contained in handwritten/printed service requests, provide handwritten/typed responses to same, and complete handwritten/typed reports in accordance with company proceduresRead and understand various manuals, instructions and other printed materials, such as regulation manuals, procedures manuals, warning labels and directional labeling on materials needed to perform various tasksWork under time constraintsFrequently, and possibly, for long periods of time: walk, stand, bend, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlSpecific vision abilities are required by this job to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focusSafely lift and carry weights up to fifty (50) pounds without assistanceSafely move large appliances such as ranges, refrigerators and washing machines with the use of a hand truckSafely use hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, saws, various power tools including handheld drills and circular sawsSafely ascend and descend various types of ladders unassistedTolerate normal levels of caustic chemicals and pest control chemicalsStay aware of all work-safety requirements pertinent to the positionTravel for the purpose of conducting regular property business. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportationPosition requires incumbent to have the tools and equipment generally associated with the field of multi-family apartment maintenance, along with experience in using specific tools and equipmentWillingness to accept other tasks and responsibilities that may not be strictly related to repair and maintenanceProficiency in reading, writing and speaking English is requiredLimited computer literacyEducation and Experience:Incumbent must possess some type of formal training or experience in the following areas: carpentry, light plumbing work, light electrical work, painting, refurnishing and cleaning, and air conditioningHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredEPA/HVAC certification required, or ability to acquire within first 90 days of hirePhysical Demands:Must be able to safely access all areas of the property’s grounds, regardless of grounds conditions and/or weather conditions, including multilevel structures, with or without the aid of an elevator.Communicate effectively with co-workers, residents and vendorsComplete tasks assigned in a reasonable amount of timeMust have EPA certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire/ promotion.Due to the local travel required for this position, a valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.Incumbents will receive a monthly car and cell phone allowance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Royal American Management, Inc.