Assistant Maintenance Tech.

Job Description

Job Description

ASSISTANT MAINTENANCE TECH. 

SUMMARY: Assist in the coordination daily operations of the engineering/maintenance departments and staff; maintains all equipment, interior and exterior of buildings, and property in proper condition.

 

DUTIES, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain property including but not limited to offices, production areas, public areas, and equipment through development and implementation of preventive maintenance program; ensures all maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely, cost-effective manner and according to all specifications.
• Maintain organization’s physical operations including but not limited to refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, plumbing, water treatment, and electric systems.
• Maintain turnover of units by scheduling in-house work and external vendors as needed.
• Interfaces with appropriate staff/managers to receive information regarding maintenance needs; ensures timely response to requests.
• Maintains proper inventory levels; authorizes purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
• Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies corrected; ensures property is in compliance with all safety and sanitation policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assists staff in maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and property as needed.
• Participates in the after-hours emergency on-call service for residents.
• Participate in required quarterly PM inspections of homes.
• Pre-inspection of all properties in preparation for all REAC inspections.
• Participate and maintain work orders to ensure completed to standards and in a timely manner.
• Participate in completion of unit turns.
• Will be assigned on-call duty for evenings and weekends
• Calls vendors, orders supplies, schedules make-readies, compiles work orders and make-readies in the computer and ensures all work is accomplished within quality standards.
• Possesses and maintains thorough knowledge of city and state building codes, OSHA requirements, and ADA laws; implements OSHA and ADA guidelines and all regulated programs.
• Possesses and maintains thorough knowledge of ventilation/air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other generally accepted maintenance skills.
• Prepares accurate and timely reports as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws in the absence of lead maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS/OTHER ASPECTS OF THE JOB:

· Two to four years related experience or equivalent

· EPA Certifications and other licenses required by law(preferred).

· Knowledge of ventilation/air conditioning, heating, refrigeration, electrical, 

plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other generally accepted maintenance skills.

· Knowledge of city and state building codes, OSHA requirements, and ADA laws.

· Commitment to excellence and high standards

· Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks

· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

· Ability to manage priorities and workflow

· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing

priorities with enthusiasm

· Proficient on OneSite and Microsoft a plus

· Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

· Strong interpersonal skills.

· Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.

· Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

· Creative, flexible, and innovative team player

· Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.

· Reliable transportation required.

· Ability to perform the physical labor necessary

· May be required to assist in special projects or activities designated by company. This may include due diligence, property acquisition/disposition, assisting at other properties, serving on or participating in company sponsored or sanctioned committees, organizations, functions, etc.

· Follow the Company’s confidentiality policy and ensure that the operations, activities and business affairs of the Company and clients are kept confidential. 

· Function as a member of the Property Emergency Team to assist with hazardous weather problems, fires, floods, freezes, etc. 

 

 

 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Problem Solving --Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 
• Customer Service-- Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Communication-- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork-- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 
• Ethics-- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Professionalism-- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 
• Quality-- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 
• Attendance/Punctuality -- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

· Continually required to stand

• Continually required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read 
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Continually required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds/ up to 25 pounds/ up to 50 pounds/ more than 50 pounds
• Continually exposure to outside weather conditions 
• Frequently lift hand and arms above your head

 

 

 

 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Receipt or possession of this job description does not constitute a contract of employment.