Assistant Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: Assistant Maintenance

• Full-time

Job Summary

Apply maintenance skills and customer service skills to ensure overall maintenance of the property, ensuring that all physical aspects of the property meet all applicable laws as well as the company’s established standards. Troubleshoot and repair all aspects of the property and its units: plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, carpentry, appliances, painting, and drywall. Work may be performed independently or as part of the maintenance team. This position operates within and contributes to an environment with Fair Housing laws and Equal Employment Opportunity. Reports to the Lead Maintenance/Property Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot work orders daily for residents, prioritizing the service requests and ensuring they are completed in a timely fashion.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents, ensuring that the units meet the company standards/checklist.
• Maintain the exterior grounds of the property and pool maintenance.
• During a weather freeze warning or winter storms, disconnect outdoor hoses, drain, store in protected areas, winter storms wrap exposed faucets and pipes, including those in the property’s exterior or in unheated crawl spaces, attics, garages, and other areas.
• During weather freeze warnings or winter storms, maintain the pool by keeping the pump running, and make sure all the valves are open as well.
• Conduct a walk-through of the entire property to ensure everything is in working order; if not, take the appropriate steps for correction.
• Prepare for inspections.
• Assist Lead Maintenance in scheduling outside contractors for projects, when necessary.
• Be available for quick response per company policy for on-call duties as required.
• Attend staff meetings as required or requested.
• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors in communal areas.
• Painting communal areas and exterior walls.
• Disposing of trash found in communal areas.
• Tracking inventory to ensure that you have adequate maintenance supplies.
• Ensuring that fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, and emergency exits always remain in excellent working condition.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Maintenance Lead or Property Manager.
  

Skills & Abilities

• Administrative Skills – ability to understand the Company’s policies and procedures, track materials used for inventory purposes, sign-in/sign-out unit keys.
• Analytical Skills – ability to draw conclusions and examine alternatives when approaching a maintenance request, ability to consider alternative methods/materials, if the necessary are unavailable.
• Communication/Language Skills – ability to read and comprehend warning labels and service requests, ability to effectively communicate with residents and other property staff.
• Coordinating Skills – ability to prioritize numerous tasks and the importance of service requests.
• Creative Skills – ability to find the most efficient way to complete a task, continuously look for ways to retain residents and improve the property within budget requirements.
• Computer Skills – Outlook, Appfolio (we will train), Online ordering of maintenance supplies, etc.…
• Manual Skills – cleaning, groundskeeping, removing snow when needed. Maintenance Skills – plumbing, electric, heating/cooling, carpentry, appliance repair, painting, drywall
• Appliance Repair – Troubleshooting and repair of parts, clean lint screen in washer/dryer, pumps and transmission, water heater troubleshooting, repair and replacement.
• Carpentry – Proper use of hand and power tools, cabinetry, door hanging, to include installing hardware, closers, hinges, drywall repair and replacement, window repair, door repair or replacement, and replacement, shelving installation.
• Electrical – Able to replace outlets, switches, light fixtures, circuit breakers, photocells, ballasts, understand and use basic test equipment, knowledge of fire and security system operation.
• Groundskeeping – Maintain landscaping, replace light bulbs to keep outdoor pathways well-lit, snow removal and salting of walks when needed, operate blower, operate and maintain lawn equipment.
• Housekeeping – Understand and use Material Safety Data Sheets, use cleaning chemicals, clean as required, maintain cleaning equipment.
• HVAC – Filter changes, coil cleaning, pump replacement, ability to troubleshoot using schematics and wiring diagrams, maintain a Type II EPA certification (preferred, may or may not be required at all locations), understanding of how to use pressure gauges, charge, evacuate and change out condensing units and air handlers.
• Plumbing – Basic plumbing repair on copper, PVC, CPVC, toilets, pump replacement, replacement of fixtures, valves, water heater troubleshooting, repair and replacement, ability to use an electric auger or snake.
• Pool Care – Filter cleaning, pool cleaning, chemical testing, knowledge of all shut-offs, first aid, signage and pump motor repair and replacement.
• Mathematical Skills – ability to calculate square footage, read proper measurements.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed at the property with a moderate noise level; however, the noise level will vary at times depending on the assignment. Walking, standing, sitting, crouching, crawling, and climbing are necessary throughout the day. May be exposed to various weather conditions when working on the exterior of the property. It may be necessary to lift weights up to 100 pounds. It is essential to be safety conscious as there is exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes/airborne particles, and the risk of electrical shock.

Driving Requirements:

• Utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, car registration and proper automobile insurance if driving a vehicle for business purposes.

Working Environment:

Constantly outdoor/indoors, in all weather conditions, often for extended periods of time and in weather conditions that may make the environment uncomfortable (hot in summer, cold in winter).
Occasional exposure to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. Employees must wear Personal Protective Equipment, rubber gloves, and eye protection when necessary.
Occasional need to work in awkward, confining positions.

Safety Responsibilities:

Learn and ensure compliance with all company, local, state, and federal safety rules.
Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma/GED required.
Work Experience: 1-3 years of prior maintenance experience required.
Licenses/Certifications: HVAC certification, CPO preferred, and valid driver’s license with insurance.

Minimum tools required:

Hand Tools, Wrenches, Hand Drivers, Pliers, Hammers, Chisels & Punches, and Files & Deburring Tools.
Power Tools - Drills & Drivers, Cutters & Saws, and Grinders & Sanders.
Measuring Tools - Calipers & Micrometers, Square, Scale, and Indicators & Edge Finders.
Miscellaneous – Flashlights, Head Lamp, Calculator, Markers & Soapstone, Copper pipe cutters, AC Gages, Notebook etc...

Benefits:

Insurance benefits are available on the 1st of the month following 2 months of continuous employment. Rental employee discount available. Vacation, Sick, and Holiday paid time off. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.