Maintenance Technician - 65/84

Maintenance Technician

Salary Range $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Travel Percentage Up to 25% Category Installation - Maint - Repair

Description

A Maintenance Technician in property management is responsible for performing a variety of repairs and maintenance tasks across residential or commercial properties, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, carpentry, and general upkeep, responding to resident/tenant service requests, and ensuring the overall functionality and appearance of the property by completing routine inspections and preventative maintenance procedures, often requiring on-call availability for emergencies; reporting to the property manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Repairs:
  • Diagnose and repair plumbing issues like leaky faucets, clogged drains, and toilet malfunctions.
  • Troubleshoot and fix electrical problems including faulty outlets, lighting fixtures, and wiring.
  • Service HVAC systems, addressing issues with heating, cooling, and air filtration.
  • Perform basic carpentry repairs like door and cabinet replacements, drywall patching, and trim work.
  • Address appliance malfunctions.
  • Conduct minor painting and touch-up work.
• Preventative Maintenance:
  • Regularly inspect building systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fire safety equipment.
  • Perform routine checks on exterior building components like windows, doors, and siding.
  • Maintain landscaping and grounds as needed.
  • Monitor and replace worn-out parts to prevent future breakdowns.
• Resident Service Requests:
  • Promptly respond to resident maintenance requests and work orders.
  • Communicate effectively with residents regarding repair status and updates.
  • Prioritize urgent repairs and address emergency situations.
• Administrative Tasks:
  • Maintain accurate records of work orders, repairs completed, and parts inventory.
  • Coordinate with contractors for larger projects requiring specialized skills.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and building codes.
• Emergency Repairs:
  • May require on-call availability for emergency repairs
• Vendor Management:
  • Coordinate with outside contractors for complex repairs, obtaining quotes and overseeing work completion.
• Documentation:
  • Maintain detailed records of repairs, work orders, parts inventory, and inspection reports.
• Safety Compliance:
  • Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures while performing maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, carpentry, and general maintenance practices.
• Problem-Solving:
  • Ability to diagnose issues, troubleshoot problems, and find effective solutions.
• Physical Ability:
  • Comfortable with manual labor, lifting heavy objects, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces.
• Customer Service:
  • Commitment to providing timely and quality service to residents.
• Time Management:
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple work orders, and meet deadlines.
• Valid Driver's License:
  • Reliable transportation to travel to and from properties.

Physical Requirements and work environment:

• Primarily working outdoors and indoors on various residential or commercial properties.
• Exposure to various weather conditions
• Ability to lift 50 100 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures
• Work in an upright standing position for extended periods of time
• Crawl in small and tight spaces
• Walk and climb stairs, handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment; Reach with hands and arms; Communicate, receive and exchange ideas and information by means of the spoken and written word
• Ability to navigate the property/building quickly and easily as required to meet the job functions
• Ability to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms
• Specific responsibilities and requirements may vary depending on the size and type of property management company, as well as local regulations.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalency. Requires a minimum of two (2) years' general experience in building trades
• Bilingual preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

FLSA CLASS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Community Manager

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

JOB CATEGORY: Maintenance

POSITION CLASS: Maintenance

COMPETENCIES:

• Treats everyone with respect, compassion and kindness Builds internal respect and loyalty with customers. Demonstrate concern for customers. Effectively responds to customer needs. This includes responding timely to requests, listening to others, and seeking to understand others when there are differences of opinion, finding ways to build on each other's ideas. Acts with empathy and focus, while able to resolve problems.
• Demonstrate integrity, transparency and doing things the right way Makes lemonade out of lemons. This includes following policies, demonstrating financial responsibility with Lakeshore assets, complying with state and federal law, and practicing safety. Conforms to the highest professional standard. Turns challenges into wins.
• Collaboration and teamwork Involve key stakeholders in decision making. This includes developing and maintaining positive work relationships. Enhances the level of mutual cooperation. Actively participates in team-oriented objectives and activities. Focus on team success, over individual.
• Solves problems and is transparent about outcomes Champions new initiatives beyond the scope of the department. Seeks to improve in all aspects of work performance. Creates an environment of continuous improvement and innovation. Encourages people to maintain high standards of quality and thoroughness.
• Serves our employees and residents to improve their lives This includes maintaining the property that creates curb appeal, a welcoming community environment, supports individual and family activities, creates a sense of neighborhood. At work, continually challenges self to grow and develop to be the best you can be at work.

COMPENSATION: $18-$20/Hour (Based on experience) salary plus 5% quarterly bonus and 20% housing discount

LOCATION: Our Communities Twin Palms and Hillside - Clearwater, FL (this position will be responsible for both communities)

Lakeshore Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or protected veteran status. We encourage applicants to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment with Lakeshore Management is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening, including a drug test, as permitted by applicable law. We are a smoke-free and drug-free workplace, committed to the safety and health of all employees. Recruiters and agencies: Submissions are not accepted without a signed agreement in place. Only candidates whose qualifications closely align with the requirements of the role will be contacted. This is a Safety sensitivity role.

Job ID: 41435/65-84