Apartment Maintenance Technician in Training ($26.68)

Learn more about our Service Technician in Training Program through our 1 minute video. You'll get to hear from one of our very own graduates, Michael, about his experience! Position Summary: Develops and maintains a high level of skill in all phases of general maintenance. Performs general maintenance including plumbing, painting, electrical, HVAC, hazardous material abatement, apartment turn-over, and appliance repairs in accordance with company standards, and in conjunction with management staff. Maintenance Essentials: Drywall Repair Plumbing: Disposals & Drains Plumbing: Toilet Repair Plumbing: Toilet Installation Refrigerator Diagnostics Dishwasher Diagnostics Microwave Smartboard Replacement Washer Diagnostics Dryer Diagnostics HVAC Intro Promotes positive, proactive customer interactions to make their Irvine Company experience of the highest quality. Performs service requests, unit turns and preventative maintenance work throughout the community. Ensures community common areas and grounds are maintained according to company standards; conducts inspections, identifies and resolves any hazards. Performs work using safe work practices. Ensures completion of safety training and actively investigates and mitigates risks. Responsible for inventory of parts and appliances; responsible for general maintenance and orderliness of facilities. Completes property preventative maintenance and preventative maintenance on required systems and equipment. Performs porter functions as necessary. Variances in responsibilities may exist by community type. Job Duties: Performs maintenance service requests and preventative maintenance work throughout the community. Performs turn service for vacant units in accordance with established quality standards. Ensures community common areas and grounds are maintained in accordance to Company standards; identifies and resolves any hazards. Understanding of progress to key performance indicators and identifying opportunities. Provides excellent customer service through responsiveness and positive interactions. Performs work using safe work practices. Ensures completion of safety training and actively identifies safety issues and mitigates risks. Maintain accurate records of work performed utilizing Salesforce Perform community projects which could include painting, drywall repair. stucco repair, etc. After hours emergency calls response upon completion of onboarding Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations: Education & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent work experience. 0+ years of maintenance experience required. Basic troubleshooting skills. Basic understanding of at least one of the following: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, appliances. Service Technician Entry Program (STEP) training program to be completed if no or minimal previous maintenance experience Other: Valid California driver’s license; Maintain continuous vehicle liability insurance as required by state law. (This role requires the regular and frequent operation of a vehicle, as defined in the Company’s MVR policy, and is part of the essential duties of this position.) Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Multilingual ability a plus Ability to move in and out of a variety of positions which include the following: sitting, standing, walking, squatting, stair and ladder climbing, kneeling, belly crawling, overhead reaching, lifting, carrying Ability to push and pull up to 60 pounds of force Ability to lift below waist up to 48 pounds and above waist 34 lbs Ladder climbing - Occasional, Unilateral balance - Average of 20 seconds or more per leg Must complete and pass pulmonary exam and respirator fit test. Travel between communities may be required daily. Ability to perform these functions at multiple sites is required. Compensation: Base Pay Start Rate: $26.63 Actual placement within this range may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. The Company also offers competitive benefits for full time employees including paid time off, matching 401(k), and health benefits. About Us:Irvine Company Apartment Communities (a division of Irvine Company) offers a portfolio of more than 125 resort-style apartment communities in coastal California’s most desirable locations: San Diego, Orange County, West Los Angeles and Silicon Valley.With world-class amenities, resort-like surroundings and an unparalleled commitment to customer service, Irvine Company Apartment Communities redefines the rental-living experience.We take as much pride in our employee community as we do the communities we create. It’s an environment populated with talented and experienced people, a collaborative spirit and abundant opportunities. Apply today to join our employee community, and learn more about Irvine Company, our legacy and our guiding principles. 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