Maintenance Technician

Preserve at Deacons Walk 2112 Sheldon Dr Newark, DE 19713, USA Job Title: Maintenance Technician/General Maintenance Department: Maintenance Location: Newark, DE Reports To: Property Manager/Maintenance Supervisor Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Compensation: $22 - $28 Hourly + Benefits (based on experience and certifications) Overview SUMMARY Perform minor building, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and painting repairs as necessary Implement preventative maintenance measures Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies Complete inspections of buildings, units, office and amenity space as needed Respond quickly in the event of an emergency, notify appropriate personnel and follow safety protocol Perform other maintenance duties as requested ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Report directly to Maintenance Supervisor (if available - on staff) otherwise to Property Manager/Assistant Property Manager. Responsible for maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and building repair in a multifamily housing environment. Ability to work with and repair drywall and paint drywall surfaces. Perform basic maintenance tasks and general repairs including plumbing, roofing, appliance moving and repair. Maintain common areas and grounds of the property. Must be able to access and inspect property grounds by way of climbing ladders, stairwells, rooftops, confined areas, etc. Perform troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance, renovating and preparing vacant units to move‑in condition, outdoor grounds maintenance and property appearance. Candidate must possess basic hand tools, valid driver's license and have their own transportation. Maintains building, performing routine painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and other related maintenance activities as needed. QUALIFICATIONS AND PREFERRED SKILLS High school diploma/GED required Physical strength and dexterity to lift, move and handle equipment. General maintenance knowledge and construction skills. Ability to comprehend instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals. Exhibits behaviors of honesty, commitment to goal achievement and effective relationships with colleagues. Self-starter with the ability to quickly adapt to new circumstances as they arise. Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or at least six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CERTIFICATIONS Must have a valid driver’s license & own vehicle. Clean background required. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems and find solutions within company protocol. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Heavy lifting is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Must be physically capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Full Time Employment Benefits Capano Residential offers competitive compensation and benefit package which includes: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits. 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Eligibility Ability to commute/relocate: Newark, DE : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification Driver's License (Required) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr