LEAD MAINTENANCE

Position of Lead Maintenance Technician- Property of 80 Units

REPORTS TO: COMMUNITY MANAGER AND/OR REGIONAL MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associated with the position of LEAD MAINTENANCE.

Our company emphasizes a TEAM APPROACH and expects every person to perform any reasonable task or request that is consistent with fulfilling company objectives.

JOB BRIEF: Position is full time non-exempt/hourly – eligible for approved overtime. The LEADMAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. It is the LEAD MAINTENANCETECHNICIAN’S duty to anticipate identify and correct any and all problems involving the community and to implement procedures that will prevent such problems. An effective program of maintenance is essential in order to:

• Maintain a safe environment.
• Cultivate resident satisfaction.
• Protect the investment of the apartment property owner.

QUALIFICATIONS

Position requires at least 2 years experience in property maintenance or equivalent field and the ability to read and write at the high school or equivalent level. High school education or trade school required.

Licenses: EPA certifications Type II – is a plus!

HVAC certification is not required to apply, but will be required to continue employment after 90 days of employment.

Work Hours: 40 hours per week; weekends as circumstances warrant; on-call on a rotating basis and for emergencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

Maintenance requests will be handled after office hours if they are emergencies. We define EMERGENCIES as situations which:

Present danger to people:

• Fire
• No electricity
• Broken or non-working doors, locks, windows
• No heat (when outside temperatures are below 50 degrees)
• No Air Conditioner (when outside temperatures are above 85 degrees)
• No water
• Commode not functioning (when there is only one in apartment)

Present danger to property:

• Flooding
• Broken pipes

General

• Diagnoses and performs minor and routine maintenance/repair involving the following on a daily basis.
• Electrical and plumbing (including water lines).
• A/C and heating systems.
• Appliances (when applicable).
• Water irrigation systems.
• Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings.
• Tile, carpet, flooring.
• Roofing, gutters, fasteners.
• Interior/exterior lights.
• Fireplaces, ceiling fans.
• Gas fixtures and appliances (where applicable).

• Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors.
• Boiler, gas and electric.
• Door locks, P.O. boxes and locks.
• Security systems (where applicable).
• Ceiling leaks.
• Walls.
• General Carpentry.
• Foundation/sidewalk/concrete.
• Pool areas, tile, and pool furniture.
• Ice and snow removal.
• Ensures that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Reports all major repairs and requisitions to Community Manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
• Changes locks and makes keys.
• Removes and transfers heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vise versa) as circumstances warrant. Assists in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to dumpster when necessary.
• Maintains adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials to handle most common repairs and situations.
• Identifies all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts and prepares maps indicating same.
• Performs work area clean-up and safety related duties.
• Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
• Ensures grounds are kept neat and free of litter and debris. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant. Use of blower may also be warranted.
• Ensures breezeways and stairwells are clean, swept, and free of trash, unauthorized objects, or hazardous materials
• Performs any additional duties assigned by Community Manager, Regional Maintenance

Supervisor or Property Supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.
• Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities:

Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up tools and needed equipment.

VISION REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instruction from staff and residents. Constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties.
• Frequent need (33% to 60% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm's reach (oversee assistants, observe problems throughout the community).

HEARING REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate with assistants, resident staff, vendors and residents. Must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etc.

SPEAKING REQUIREMENTS

• Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate with assistants, resident staff, vendors and residents.

DRIVING/TRAVELING REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors. Rotation "on call" status may occasionally require expedient travel to assigned community at a moment’s notice. Pick up and deliveries to the corporate office.
• Must have valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Indoors (66% to 100% of the time). Frequently outdoors (33% to 66% of the time), all conditions, often for extended periods.
• Occasional exposure (1% to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. Example:

Apartments during/after make-ready.

• Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to work in awkward and confining positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location