Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE

The Property Maintenance Technician will perform grounds cleanup, preventative maintenance, repairs, apartment turnovers, and janitorial tasks. Technical expertise in one or more building trades is highly desired. As part of the on‑site team, the technician will demonstrate a high standard of cleanliness, customer service, and maintain a hazard‑free environment. This position reports directly to the Property Manager.

• Completes work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Cleans up after work is complete.
• Performs repairs on the property, including painting, carpentry or wall repair, and minor plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, heating, etc.
• Secures, cleans, repairs, and applies bed bug treatment to all units during the turnover process as directed by the Property Manager.
• Maintains exterior common areas and grounds, including lawns and flowerbeds, shrubbery, parking areas, and trash pickup.
• Provides on‑call maintenance service as directed by the Property Manager. Responds to emergencies as instructed and completes incident/accident reports related to emergencies.
• Sets up conference rooms and community spaces as needed (if applicable).
• Completes and accurately documents preventative maintenance activities through the recurring work order process.
• Advises the Property Manager on the overall condition of the property, including potential hazards.
• Responsible for the overall physical condition of the property.
• Follow through with 504 Self‑Evaluation repairs and maintenance, as directed by the Property Manager.
• Completes purchase orders and submits for approval.
• Utilizes Yardi maintenance/work order system to record all maintenance work, including closing out work orders.
• Performs triannual unit inspections with the Property Manager.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Completes assigned training in a timely manner.

• Ability to take direction from the supervisor.
• Ability to use a computer for work order software, e‑mail, timesheets, and web access.
• Ability to read, write, do basic math, and follow instructions.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, climb, and walk extensively.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the site team.
• Ability to relate professionally with vendors, residents, and co‑workers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to use maintenance, trade, and testing equipment and tools.
• Ability to commit to the mission and values of the company.
• Ability to be flexible to change work plans.
• Ability to operate snow removal equipment.
• Ability to maintain a professional personal appearance.
• Ability to drive a car (and hold a valid driver’s license) to run errands and travel between properties as needed.
• Ability to oversee work progress of vendors or outside contractors.
• Ability to follow fair housing laws and regulations.

• None

• Building and outdoor environment.
• Flexible schedule available after 90 days of employment (e.g., 4–10 hour days versus 5–8 hour days).

• Negligible for running errands and traveling between properties as needed.

• Education:
  
  High school degree or equivalent and technical training/experience in a building trade.
• Experience:
  
  At least 2 years in skilled maintenance work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical
:
Frequently required to push/pull objects weighing more than 100 lbs. and lift/carry objects weighing more than 50 lbs. but less than 100 lbs. Frequently required to perform simple manipulative tasks such as using hand tools and operating maintenance machinery. Must be able to walk, stand, squat, drive, and remain in uncomfortable positions for periods of time necessary to accomplish maintenance repairs.

Sensory
:
Frequently required to read fine print on plans, regulatory documents, maintenance coding, and instructions. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background…