Maintenance Assistant 14th Street; union

Job description

WHO WE ARE

JBG SMITH owns operates invests in and develops a dynamic portfolio of high-growth mixed‑use properties in and around Washington DC. Our creativity and scale enable us to be more than owners; we are place makers who shape inspiring and engaging places which we believe create value and have a positive impact in every community we touch.

JBG SMITH has been named multiple times as one of the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces in the region and we pride ourselves in both our outstanding work environments and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

The maintenance assistant an entry‑level position performs general building maintenance tasks and assists mechanics and engineers with maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and equipment. Receive general supervision from the Chief Engineer or other designated authority.

• Assist engineers and mechanics with the operation, maintenance and repair of all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, life safety systems and other equipment in assigned properties.
• Perform preventive and reactive equipment maintenance by company standards and manufacturer specifications and document actions/measures with the service request system.
• Quickly respond to and resolve tenant and property management service requests and document actions with the service request system.
• Perform general building maintenance and repairs including re‑laminating, plumbing, locksmithing and painting equipment, mechanical related spaces and other minor spot and touch‑ups.
• Conduct periodic inspections of mechanical common and vacant spaces and appurtenances; maintain these areas in a clean, operational, orderly and safe condition.
• Respond to alarms and incidents of any nature, provide assistance and identify recurring issues for follow‑up and correction.
• Ensure that required documentation, operating logs and maintenance forms are completed accurately and clearly and are maintained in Company Compliance Books (paper files and electronic data/filing systems).
• Comply with and enforce policies from the Employee Handbook, Operations Manual, safety guidelines and accepted company practices.
• Perform other duties and complete special projects and carry out tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
• As essential building personnel the responsibilities of this position occasionally require overtime, weekend and holiday work on a scheduled short‑notice or emergency basis.
• This position requires a regular scheduled work shift set by the supervisor.
• Carry and utilize company‑issued communication devices for emergency response and daily communication.

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Ability to efficiently manage time and supplies.
• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Able to proactively contribute ideas to improve operations.
• Ability to write, comprehend and execute written and oral instructions in English and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Flexibility to respond after normal working hours and be able to respond to urgent building issues.
• Sound judgment and able to take direction quickly, follow through and follow up with keen attention to detail to resolve issues.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage concurrent tasks with multiple deadlines; be flexible, versatile and quickly adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Maintain a composed, friendly demeanor and professional appearance.
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills and the ability to communicate in a confident, positive, professional manner to customers, employees, visitors and vendors.
• Self‑directed, self‑motivated and initiative to learn and understand.
• Reliable, punctual and dependable with excellent attendance and the flexibility to respond to callbacks and work overtime to meet business needs.
• Tenant may require additional background screening and/or documentation.

• Certification as a CFC Universal Technician from an EPA‑approved program.
• 1 year of experience in general building trades.
• Experience processing service…