Apartment Maintenance Technician

LMS Investment Management•Montgomery, AL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for an experienced Maintenance Technician for our portfolio in Montgomery, AL. This role is responsible for maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the property. The technician will organize, coordinate, supervise, and manage the overall maintenance programs including exterior property appearance, timely service request completion, quality and make-ready program, and cost-effective inventory control of the property. The position requires being "on call" 24 hours. The technician will diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair in a timely and professional manner, promote good public relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff, and always display a friendly and courteous attitude towards prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees through the LIVE IT culture. Responsibilities also include pre-inspecting notice to vacate apartments, completing make-ready checklists, scheduling make-ready contractors, and informing the Community Manager of needed services and repairs. Special projects as assigned by the Community Manager and Regional Manager will also be part of the role. The technician will inspect the exterior of the property, perform building and common area upkeep daily, and ensure vacant unit thermostats are set correctly. Completing or overseeing preventative maintenance, maintaining accurate records, and providing resident training are also key duties. Ordering parts and supplies, maintaining inventory, and ensuring shop appearance are required. Maintaining proper equipment and equipment inventory for warranty compliance, reviewing site budgets, obtaining bids, negotiating prices with vendors, and coordinating schedules are also part of the role. Performing emergency maintenance after hours, coordinating maintenance objectives with the Community Manager daily, and reporting on all work according to safety standards are essential. Work area clean-up on a weekly basis, overseeing outside contractors, and ensuring required inspections and permits are completed in a timely manner are also responsibilities.

Requirements

Must have reliable vehicle to transport tools and equipment to job sites.
Must provide proof of liability insurance for same.
Bondable and Valid Driver’s License
Extensive mobility and good physical condition.
The ability to lift 100 lbs. for the installation and removal of appliances.
The ability to operate all required hand tools to make repairs.
The ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, bend, stoop, push, pull, twist, climb stairs, climb ladders, grasp, squeeze, and reach including overhead items in need of repairs.
The ability to drive to and from job sites.
Tolerance to all extremes of hot and cold weather, as may be necessary.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining the physical condition and appearance of the property.
Organize, coordinate, supervise and manage the overall maintenance programs including exterior property appearance, timely service request completion, quality and make-ready program, and cost-effective inventory control of the property.
Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair in a timely and professional manner.
Promote good public relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff.
Pre-inspect notice to vacate apartments and complete make-ready checklist and scheduling of make ready contractors.
Inform Community Manager of needed services and repairs.
Complete special projects as may be assigned and prioritized by the Community Manager and Regional Manager.
Inspect exterior of the property. Perform building and common area upkeep on a daily basis in accordance with company standards.
Ensure vacant unit thermostats are set at the proper setting for a vacant unit.
Complete or oversee the completion of preventative maintenance according to the guidelines set forth in the Maintenance Operations Manual.
Maintain accurate records and provide resident training as required.
Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory, utilizing inventory system.
Maintain shop appearance to standards to facilitate quick assessment of supply inventory.
Maintain proper equipment, and equipment inventory to ensure warranty compliance.
Review site budget for guidance. Approval may be required in certain circumstances.
Obtain bids and negotiate prices, as necessary, with vendors and contractors.
Coordinate delivery and work schedules with vendors, contractors and Community Manager.
Perform effective emergency maintenance (after hours) as required and in accordance with the Maintenance Operations Manual.
Coordinate maintenance objectives with the Community Manager daily.
Perform, and report on, all work according to the safety standards of the company, OSHA, health codes and Maintenance Operations Manual.
Perform work area clean-up on a weekly basis.
Oversee all outside contractors and vendors who perform work on property and ensure work completed to contract and to expectations.
Ensure that all required inspections and permits are completed in timely manner including, but not limited to: fire, backflow, elevator and pool.
Ensure all required documentation is completed and current.