Maintenance Technician- 50% Rent Discount

Company Description

You used to know us as "Aimco Apartment Homes" but now we're called "AIR Communities!"  Though the company has changed, our approach to property management has not.  We will continue to do whatever it takes to make our residents feel at home - it's just in our nature!  We are still passionate about providing quality apartments homes, in a respectful environment, across twenty key markets in the USA. We are a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), who has, for more than 25 years, built its business around a relentless focus on our customer and our award-winning culture.

Job Description

You will work at our Plantation Gardens Apartment Homes located in Plantation, FL.  Check them out for yourself here: www.plantationgardensapartments.com

The driver of the "first impression" for these apartment homes!  You will be responsible for daily upkeep of the property, buildings, and grounds which includes cleaning and removing trash. Performs other routine construction and demolition tasks as directed. 

• Performs other duties using hand tools and power equipment as needed.
• Plants and tends flowerbeds, trees, and shrubs; trims, mows lawns
• Applies fertilizer and insecticides; and utilizes pest control equipment.
• Follows well-established procedures for the basic maintenance of tools and equipment such as lubricating, sharpening, replacing broken handles, making simple adjustments, and repairs as necessary.
• Provide exemplary service to residents and team members
• With general direction, perform routine maintenance and repairs (ie, replaces AC filters and light bulbs, repairs and paints walls, cleans common areas, assists with apartment turns, etc.)

Qualifications

• At least 2- 4 year of maintenance experience, preferably in some form of facilities or building environment or relevant training/education program
• Entry level skills in two or more technical trades (plumbing, electrical, appliances, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)

As an AIR Service Technician you must have:

• A reliable mode of transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, 7-day work weeks (depending on community needs and seasonality), and on-call shifts (at least one week a month)
• Comfort with physical activity as you must be able and willing to move heavy equipment and machinery
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

The most successful AIR Service Technicians are:

• Tech savvy
• Strong with mechanical aptitude
• Customer service oriented
• Highly organized
• Great trouble-shooters
• Advocates for teamwork
• Experts on attention to detail

Additional Information

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• Base salary - $18.00-$23.00 You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Top performing Service Technicians have the opportunity to earn $750.00 - $1,500 in Air's Customer Service Satisfaction bonus per quarter. 
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Wellness Bonus Days, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Discounted Rent at AIR communities (certain exclusions apply, and an application is required).
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo a four panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.