Apartment Maintenance Technician II @ Gandy Allmon Manor

Overview

Maintenance Technician II

Location:

Gandy Allmon Manor and Parkins Ridge - Greenville, SC

Along with the Community Manager the Maintenance Technician II is responsible for overseeing the physical assets, general maintenance repairs, apartment make-readies, preventive maintenance and construction or rehabilitation projects for an apartment community. Responsible for helping maintain an adequate inventory of supplies for repairs and monthly maintenance budget monitoring. This position could present the option to be promoted to Maintenance Supervisor. The Maintenance Technician II position must be flexible and able to work varied schedule, including weekends, on-call and some holidays as required.

• Under direction of the Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor, performs maintenance activities for the apartment community along with other maintenance staff.
• Works with the Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager (e.g., walking apartments, move-in/move-out reports).
• Determine weekly apartment make-ready and Work Order schedules.
• Report apartments that are ready to show to the Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor.
• Complete weekly/daily maintenance employee assignments in tandem with the Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining the exterior grounds and curb appeal.
• Perform maintenance repairs related to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pools, appliances, drywall.
• Identify, correct and report hazardous community conditions.
• Coordinate and respond to resident/management requests and Work Orders for occupied apartments.
• Use Service Request and schedules to establish priorities. Determine with the Community Manager which requests or emergencies should be top priority.
• Help coordinate warranty work orders with Vendors.
• Coordinate, schedule and prepare vacant apartments for move-in.
• Walk all vacant units to determine make-ready needs. Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisor/Community Manager to schedule and assign work; replace major appliances or carpets if needed.
• Ensure all repairs/replacements necessary for the apartment to be occupied are completed.
• Ensure all trash from apartments is cleaned out before, during and after make-ready activity.
• Walk property daily to identify needed maintenance and liability hazards and report to the Community Manager.
• Coordinate, schedule, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment and apartments according to NHE’s schedule.
• Assist in ordering supplies while managing the maintenance budget.
• Work with the Community Manager/Maintenance Supervisor to determine supplies and equipment needs.
• Must obtain approval from the Community Manager prior to placing orders for major expenditures and unbudgeted items.
• Attendance is an essential job function.
• May be requested to assist in other communities.
• Assist with hazardous weather problems, fires, floods, freezes, etc.
• Attends and participates in industry and NHE’s training programs as required.
• Responsible for vendor monitoring and quality control.
• Performs the tasks of subordinate associates as needed.
• Perform any and all other duties as requested or assigned by your supervisor/manager.
• This job description does not list all functions and tasks. Job functions may be added, deleted, or modified at any time by the NHE management team.

• SPECIFIC SKILLS/EQUIPMENT
• Computer
• Propane torch (Plumbing)
• Steam clean/shampoo machine
• Key machine
• Sewer machine
• Manifold gauges
• Vacuum Pump
• Recovery Machine
• Leak detector
• Pressure Washer
• Volt meter
• Paint Sprayer
• Air conditioners
• Appliances
• Water heaters
• Welding torches (A/C)
• Hand tools
• Must be able to perform all facets of apartment make-ready.
• Ability to use independent judgment to determine actions, priorities and emergencies.
• Ability to handle moderate to high levels of stress due to deadlines and supervising employees.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; regular interaction with residents, vendors, contractors, supervisors and colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize duties.
• Attention to detail; ability to work with little direction while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Be a team player with strong work ethic.

Under the direction of the Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, may include Apprentice Technicians or Maintenance Technician I.

• Prior apartment maintenance experience is required.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, electronic systems, major appliances, pool and spa equipment and other systems on the community (gates, phone jacks, irrigation systems, etc.).
• Must have a valid driver’s license with means of immediate transportation to provide service calls.
• Must be EPA certified to purchase and recover refrigerant.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; some college or trade school preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years general maintenance experience and/or at least 2-year multi-family experience.
• Certifications and training:
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