Junior Maintenance Technician

Afton Properties • Santa Maria, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Afton Properties, Inc. is a full-service Real Estate Management Company. Our hands-on ownership and management style paired with our knowledge of industry standards and operations standards has allowed us to grow significantly since the birth of the corporation. One of our highest priorities is for our tenants to live in healthy and safe environments and receive the individual attention and focus they deserve. Our long-term vision leads us to prioritize the upkeep and maintenance of our properties to ensure our residents feel pride in residency. To attain these standards for the tenants and owners we service, we require employees committed to working with the highest standards in their work ethic. We are seeking a full-time Junior Maintenance Technician to work at a Garden Style property with 300-400 units. The Junior Maintenance Technician will be responsible for a variety of duties to ascertain we are meeting our company goals. JOB SUMMARY : The Junior Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep of grounds by removing, cleaning, and collecting all trash, debris and light vegetation from the properties amenities, building exteriors, offices, parking lots, and all sections the make up the whole of a common area of the community property. Additionally, the Junior Maintenance Technician will act as a limited Maintenance Tech personnel by assisting the onsite maintenance staff in their duties as needed.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to understand instructions verbally and in written form.
• Ability to communicate effectively, multi-task, and have good organizational skills.
• Ability to work around chemical cleaning solutions.
• Ability to frequently stand and walk.
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and supplies, often weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights, including on roofs and in attics.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, such as crawl spaces or mechanical rooms.
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Ability to operate equipment and tools, including power tools, hand tools, and heavy machinery.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to travel between properties as needed, including driving a vehicle or using public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Clean and maintain the building, including sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, and keeping the entrance clutter-free.
• Conduct daily cleaning of interior and exterior areas of buildings, including additional seasonal cleaning tasks.
• Pick up and remove trash and debris from the property.
• Empty and clean trash containers.
• Maintain stock of cleaning supplies.
• Provide customer service, such as directing guests to the reception area or appropriate office/room as needed.
• Conduct basic repairs on appliances, carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, and other systems as needed.
• Respond to maintenance as assigned by the management team.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, supplies, and equipment.
• Report damages and notify management.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency maintenance requests outside of regular business hours.
• Collaborate with other members of the maintenance team and property management to prioritize and complete tasks effectively.
• Follow evacuation rules in case of emergencies.
• Perform light landscaping such as minor excavation work or removing foliage.
• Contact maintenance technicians and/or maintenance supervisor for maintenance tasks that require two or more people.
• Other duties as assigned by the maintenance supervisor and/or property manager.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision options with Employer Contribution.
• 401K + Matching: Eligible after 30 days of employment.
• 20% Rental Discount: Eligible to qualified full-time employees after 6 months of employment.
• Paid Vacation.
• Paid Sick Leave: 56 hours of sick leave.
• Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and flexible Birthday Holiday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees