Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Maintains the general appearance and curb appeal of the property. Some light operational maintenance may be necessary.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete routine preventative maintenance on building systems.
• Complete corrective maintenance in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, carpentry, and other general maintenance.
• Coordinate and assist outside vendors working on building and / or equipment issues.
• Provide emergency response to all building equipment and systems.
• Involvement in completing special projects from time to time.
• Ensure property is meeting daily expectations, as dictated by company standards.
• Property and grounds walks expected regularly to ensure compliance, appearance, and safety standards are being met.
• Monitor equipment and processes to maintain quality and safety.
• Aid with new equipment installations and modifications.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Observes machinery or mechanical equipment in operation and locates causes of trouble.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Dismantles equipment to repairs or replace defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts on machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Submits purchase order requests for parts, materials, and equipment.
• Responsible for exterminating, snow removal, landscaping, and janitorial services, and inspects and approves the billing of services.
• Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation of facilities related items
• Develops preventive maintenance program in conjunction with other internal departments.
• Reviews technical articles, catalogs, and manuals to select or recommend improvements in maintenance operations.
• Must have the ability to work weekends when necessary and be on-call as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
• Other duties as assigned

ENVIRONMENT

This position will work both inside and outside during each season and varying environmental conditions which can include rain, snow, sleet, heat, humidity, and other varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Move, push, pull and / or lift objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Use hands and arms for simple grasping, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to carefully handle containers of cleaning solutions / chemicals as directed.
• Perform various tasks requiring actions of muscle groups to walk, scoop, bend, lift and to carry objects.
• Walk and / or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• See objects closely and read directions, instructions, chemical warnings, etc.
• Ability to answer phone and communicate with others, both verbally and with written instructions.
• Climb ladders, work in warm environments, operate power tools such as drills, sanders, saws, snow blowers, lawn equipment, or other mechanical equipment daily.
• Ability to withstand airborne particles, fumes, noise, and odors.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrates the ability to solve problems and make timely decisions.
• Ability to take direction and follow through multi-step task steps / procedures consistently.
• Is a clear and effective communicator.
• Innovative, organized and detail oriented.
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven.
• General maintenance aptitude.
• Warm, friendly, and service oriented.
• Extremely flexible with the ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Excel in a fast paced, results oriented, and dynamic environment; flexible and can respond quickly and effectively to business issues.
• Superior written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Customer service driven.
• Team player.

CRITICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 1+ years or related experience in technician field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent, technical-level education strongly preferred.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Basic electrical circuits knowledge.
• Willing to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to learn property management software applications.
• Reliable personal transportation and the ability to travel between sites.
• Excellent follow up and follow through skills; solid organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to work as a team member.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Time management, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Must pass background check and drug testing.

PREFERRED

• Troubleshooting and repairing basic electrical systems
• Electrical
• Trade school diploma in electronic and mechanical disciplines in packaging
• HVAC
• Compressor maintenance
• Forklift Certification
• Experience with ISO Procedures
• Respirator Trained

We are an equal opportunity employer.