Assistant Maintenance - North Richland Hills, TX

Valiant Residential, LLC•North Richland Hills, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Valiant Residential is seeking an Assistant Maintenance employee to assist the maintenance supervisor, help maintain the physical integrity of the property, and work with the leasing team to maximize renewal and leasing opportunities. The role is expected to carry out duties safely and in accordance with company policies. It involves responding to resident service requests, maintaining property systems and equipment, keeping accurate maintenance records, and supporting property inspections. The position may require on-call work, emergency coverage, travel to other locations, and some weekend work.

Requirements

At least two years of full-time experience in apartment maintenance or a trade requiring basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and HVAC.
High school diploma or equivalent.
EPA refrigerant transition and recovery certification.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills for interacting with team members, residents, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Own a basic set of hand tools.
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and auto insurance.
Ability to work at other locations and travel within major metropolitan areas, with possible overnight stays.
Ability to work some weekends as needed.
Ability to sit, stand, climb, stoop, and remain at a desk for up to eight hours or more if needed; walk the property for up to eight hours or more in various weather conditions; climb stairs; and lift up to 30 pounds as needed.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification.
Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the maintenance supervisor and help maintain the physical integrity of the property.
Work with the leasing team to maximize renewal and leasing opportunities.
Handle resident service requests, aiming to complete them within 24 hours, and help manage the service-request system.
Schedule the staff on-call rotation and assist with service as necessary.
Conduct business in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws, including ADA, Fair Housing, and OSHA requirements.
Assist with distributing flyers and other materials.
Keep safety materials current and accessible, monitor property conditions, and promptly correct unsafe conditions.
Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance, service requests, and make-ready status for vacant apartments.
Schedule and perform minor and routine maintenance on equipment, and inspect and maintain tools.
Diagnose and perform minor or routine maintenance and repairs involving electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC, appliances, irrigation, building structures and finishes, roofing, lighting, fixtures, doors, windows, locks, security systems, boilers, pools, spas, and related property features.
Perform on-call duties when needed and participate in evening, weekend, and holiday emergency standby schedules.
Assist in preparing the property for inspections.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the property manager or Regional Community Supervisor.