Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Affiliated Resources Group (ARG) specializes in housing and real estate development. By coordinating the missions of its affiliated companies, ARG works to maximize opportunities for economic growth and development to enhance lives through programs that expand economic opportunities for individuals and their families. ARG affiliates develop and manage housing, administer large government programs and provide consulting services to facilitate operational and programmatic sustainability. Affiliated Resources Group's strategic objectives include long-term sustainability, growth and development, quality of life, and creating a larger community. Operating under the umbrella of ARG, affiliated companies provide affordable housing solutions and promote community and economic development through rental assistance programs, resident services, and the revitalization of neighborhoods in DeKalb County and beyond.

Position Summary: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of his or her assigned asset, under the direction of management. In this role, you must have working knowledge of all aspects of maintenance repair and service including the ability to troubleshoot problems and provide superior customer service. As a Maintenance Technician, you will work with one of our top property management teams to provide exceptional service to all residents.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes and completes incoming work orders and addresses each in a timely manner.
• Makes decisions on whether to repair or replace damaged property.
• Estimates completion time and materials needed for repairs.
• Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests assigned on a daily basis.
• Works closely with property management team to ensure that inventory includes the required equipment, materials, supplies and services to meet needs.
• Completes in its entirety, the make-ready process, for vacant apartments (or homes) as outlined in the Make Ready Checklist and per the instruction of their supervisor(s).
• Ensures all repairs are made pursuant to the Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS).
• Assists in monitoring all work performed by outside contractors.
• Updates management promptly, with any pertinent work-detail, and assists in the preparation and maintenance of files, records and reports on maintenance operations in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follows all directives given by maintenance supervisor or company management, which may include trash pickup, curb cleansing, routine landscape maintenance, trash-outs, and associated cleaning-work.
• Ensures that all work performed is in compliance with local, state and federal regulations including lead base paint and asbestos abatement.
• Occasionally assesses and repairs items, within the confines of tight/difficult to reach areas, as crawl-spaces, basements and attic-areas of homes and apartment buildings.
• Documents and logs resident complaints and owner damage claims, advising parties of results.
• Follows all established safety/security procedures and standards.
• Responds to after-hours and weekend emergency calls in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Accountable for consistent adherence to company standards regarding the ethical, responsible, and appropriate use, care, and safeguarding of company materials, supplies, resources, and other assets.
• Performs other duties as required including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise balance the workload.

Position Requirements: High School graduate (or GED) and possess a vocational technician certification beyond high school or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience. Five (5) years' experience or training in building construction or maintenance. Preferably licensed in one or more of the trades. Thorough knowledge of techniques, methods, materials, and equipment used in plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical repairs, and household appliances. HVAC/EPA Certified. Universal Certification is preferred. Skilled in one or more trade crafts and general knowledge of all maintenance crafts. Skilled in the use of common hand tools, power tools and test equipment. Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions of the assigned work. Ability to read shop drawings, specifications, schematics, and technical documents as appropriate. Ability to understand and ensure company compliance with Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS). Must maintain a clean driving record. Maintains an appropriately insured, reliable and road-ready (at-all-times) vehicle for work-usage. Must be able to use a computer to write reports and use property management software. Valid driver's license and good driving record. Ability to be covered under HDC's fidelity bond.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.