Maintenance Technician

Austin, TX

Full time

R16673

Join Bell Partners and be a difference maker.

At Bell Partners, our mission is to be the apartment company of choice by creating value and honoring commitments to our residents, partners, and associates. We proudly serve our community of 85,000+ homes across 13 states and the District of Columbia. As stewards entrusted to contribute with care and appreciation, our 2,000 associates succeed in a dynamic space where everyone impacts. We take pride in producing outstanding results and fostering a work environment that allows everyone to contribute to their fullest potential. We rise above industry standards when every associate embraces their unique role and seizes the opportunity to make an impact.

A Maintenance Technician with Bell, performs a wide variety of maintenance, repair, groundskeeping, and other interior and exterior maintenance duties for the community under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. Their responsibilities may include painting, snow/ice removal, gutter cleaning, replacing filters, working with trash compactor, plumbing, light bulb replacement, A/C maintenance, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repair.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunities for career growth

• Total rewards benefits package

• Bi-Weekly on-call stipend

• Cell phone allowance

• Family health insurance, 401(k) match, Vacation, Personal Days, and Sick time

• Customized training programs

• Associate referral bonus plan

• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment

• A culture that empowers you to make a difference

What you’ll do to make a difference:

• Always show respect for residents and community staff, providing excellent customer service

• Perform routine interior and exterior community maintenance, as well as equipment maintenance as scheduled and requested

• Respond to all repair requests and maintenance concerns from residents and staff

• Report equipment malfunctions and breakdowns as well as any hazardous conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor in a timely manner

• Maintain resident privacy and receive proper authority before entering resident apartments

• Ensure that all maintenance items are kept in a safe area to prevent injuries

• Attend in-service training and education sessions, as assigned

• Work with vendors as instructed, such as landscaping, painting, asphalt, etc.

• Follow all safety/OSHA requirements

• Regular attendance and punctuality

What you bring to our team:

• Minimum of 18 years of age

• High School degree or equivalent

• Understanding of and alignment with Bell Core Values

• 1-3 years of previous maintenance experience in a similar facility preferred

• Basic understanding and ability to repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, and mechanical systems

• HVAC, EPA, and/or CPO certifications may be required in many communities, based on staffing levels

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong customer service skills

• Availability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends

Physical requirements of the job:

• Walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting to 80 lbs.

• Ability to work with mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as hazardous materials

• Must be comfortable with heights and moving heavy objects

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About Bell Partners

Our purpose at Bell Partners is to create communities our residents are proud to call home. We currently own or manage over 85,000 homes in North America and continue to grow. Our people are the most important part of our company. We believe in building a culture that encourages our associates to invest in and serve one another, while pushing each other to take risks, allowing us to grow together and make a difference.

Join Bell to be a difference maker. Apply today!

Bell Partners reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Why Join Us?

• At Bell, we're family. It is through the combined efforts of our associates that we achieve our Mission of being the apartment company of choice by creating value and honoring commitments to our residents, partners, and other associates.

• As part of Bell, your work is rewarded through competitive compensation and reward strategies, through sincere appreciation and through opportunities for enrichment and advancement.

• Collectively, our company boasts one of the most talented, hardworking, and service-oriented teams in the apartment industry.

• With a clear vision of where we want to go, and the best associates in the industry to help us get there, Bell's future remains bright!

• Bell offers competitive benefits that can provide protection, peace of mind, and savings. From medical, dental and vision coverage to income protection, retirement savings and other benefits, we've got you covered.

Come Join Us!

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