Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

No recruiters, direct applicants only.

Title: Maintenance Technician

Salary: $24.00 - $25.00 hourly

Job Purpose: 

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the site, related fixed and portable equipment and installation, and establishing a safe environment for the facility.

Duties:

Diagnoses and performs minor and routine maintenance/repairs involving the following, but not limited to:

• Interior/exterior lighting repair.
• Minor plumbing repair.
• Minor appliance repair.
• Carpentry work.
• Basic pool care.
• Wall repair/painting.
• Minor water irrigation systems.
• Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings, gutters, pool area, tile, spa, pool furniture.
• Tile, carpet, flooring.
• Fireplaces, ceiling fans.
• Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors Door locks and locks.
• Water Intrusion.
• Repairs concrete, masonry roof, and fencing when required.
• Assists with grounds work when necessary.
• Provides highest quality of service to tenants, staff and visitors.
• Routinely assists in performing duties to restore apartments to "market ready" status.
• When conducting property inspections, including models, offices, vacant or occupied units, all employees have the responsibility of determining if any potential liability or safety hazards are present on behalf of the Company.  Any potential liabilities should be reported to your Maintenance Manager.
• Immediately corrects unsafe conditions (i.e., broken gates leading to pools, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights, etc.)
• Inspects and maintain all tools in excellent condition.
• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Adhere to all safety procedures regarding the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as tasks dictate.
• Use safety equipment (goggles, masks, gloves, etc.) as tasks dictate.
• Knows and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws as well as all policies and procedures.
• Participates in standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverage.
• Maintains regular and on-time attendance in the workplace.
• Supports and follows operational policies and standards.
• Supports and follows the safety program.

Skills/Qualifications:  

• 2-3 years’ experience in the maintenance field required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have his or her own basic hand tools.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools.
• Hand Tools: Various wrenches, screwdrivers, grips, sledgehammer, hammer, snips, posthole diggers, saws, etc.
• Power Tools: Wrenches, grinder, sander, drill, saws, etc.
• User-Moving Aids: Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step-ladders, full ladders, double ladders.
• Mechanical Equipment: Basic knowledge of motor equipment such as power washers, blowers and compressors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Constantly standing and/or walking.
• Frequent bending/squatting/kneeling.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and/or ladders.
• Frequent reaching above shoulders.
• Frequent grasping with left and/or right hand.
• Frequent use of finger dexterity.

Must have a valid Driver’s License.

High School Diploma or GED required.

3-5 years of community maintenance management experience required.

SPECIAL LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR OTHER QUALIFYING DOCUMENTS:

Additional training may be required in Air-Conditioning, Heating, and other aspects of specialized repair services.

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, American Assets Trust reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.