Maintenance Technician; Live-in

Maintenance Technician (Live-in) – Position Description & Responsibilities

As part of their employment, the Maintenance Technician will be provided with a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment on-site at the property.

• Perform minor electrical work, including but not limited to replacing outlets, ballasts, switches, light bulbs, and working with contractors.
• Perform minor plumbing work, including but not limited to unclogging drain lines, fixture replacement, and working with contractors.
• Perform basic HVAC repairs and maintenance, and work with contractors.
• Perform general service duties, including but not limited to cleaning and painting mechanical rooms, and developing inventory tool storage.
• Respond to tenant and resident requests for services.
• Respond to emergency situations 24/7 as necessary.
• Assist in the development and implementation of a preventative maintenance program, an energy management system, and property management software.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move‑in through turnover repairs and improvements.
• Preserve general upkeep and cleanliness of the community through grounds maintenance and snow removal, if necessary.
• Adhere to applicable building, county, and safety codes/standards.

• Ability to function both inside and outside in all types of weather.
• Medium to heavy work requiring prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting to a maximum of 100 lbs., with frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as necessary to effectively perform the essential functions of the position.
• Good eye/hand coordination is essential.

• Hand tools normally used in construction, maintenance, and landscaping.
• Power tools including circular saw, power drill, bench grinder, string trimmer, hedge trimmer, power floor cleaner, carpet shampoo machine, power drain cleaner, chainsaw, key machine, etc.

• Neat, freshly-groomed appearance, including uniform shirt with collar, neatly pressed slacks, and appropriate shoes.
• Must be clean-shaven or trim beard daily.

• Experience in building maintenance or experience in the trades.
• Beginner to intermediate proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and appliance repair.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Availability for emergency situations at the property, including an on-call rotation.
• Personal, reliable transportation to get to work and to respond to on-call emergencies.
• Basic computer skills and comfort using various software, apps and computer programs.

AO is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or other protected status.

Salary: $25 - $30 per hour