Maintenance Technician

What you will do 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartments. 
• Inspect common areas and buildings to monitor the appearance, cleanliness, maintenance, attractiveness, and safety of the property. 
• Ensure each assigned work order request is completed on a timely basis; request assistance as needed; report all problems, delays, etc. 

• Coordinate daily activities by giving progress updates, communicate frequently with operations staff on daily activities and perform any tasks within the maintenance department. 
• Repair and maintain all HVAC units, mechanical, electrical equipment, plumbing fixtures, structural facilities and grounds of the property. 
• Maintain courteous helpful demeanor with residents, prospective residents, co-workers, vendors, etc. 
• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit as required and on a timely basis. 
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor. 

• Possible need for on-call responsibilities. 

What you will need 

Desired Skills and Competencies: 

• Above average oral communication skills. 

• A proven track record for hands-on apartment maintenance skills. 
• Must be self-motivated, able to complete assigned tasks and have the ability to negotiate competitive pricing of supplies and contracted work. 
• Able to multi-task and prioritize work orders. 
• Exhibit strong attention to detail. 
• Able to perform at high levels in fast paced work environment and successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demand. 

• Able to think logically in order to troubleshoot, analyze situations, and make sound business decisions. 
• Able to lift, push and pull up to 75 pounds. 

Education and Experience: 

• Formal technical training and/or equivalent job experience in heating, air conditioning is essential. 

• HVAC certification preferred. 
• EPA certification required for the handling of refrigerants or ability to get certified. 
• Provide own hand tools. 
• Able to operate all necessary tools to perform the essential functions of the position. 
• Work orders should be completed within 24 hours, except emergencies, and unit turn around time of five (5) working days unless otherwise determined by the Community Manager. 

• Experience in residential property maintenance is beneficial. 
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards. 
• Able to perform a variety of duties in all types of weather. 

 Birge & Held is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.