Lead Maintenance Technician- Garden Grove

MG Properties•Tempe, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

With over 30 years of experience in the acquisition, development, rehabilitation, and management of apartment communities across the Western United States, MG Properties is a trusted partner in the property management industry. They focus on enriching lives through their community buildings, giving back to local communities, and through the development and growth of their employees. This role is for an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to join their team at Garden Grove in Tempe, AZ. The ideal candidate will have experience in all trades and be very customer service focused. Some duties will include cleaning grounds, offices, common areas, completing maintenance service requests, appliance repairs, painting, apartment turnovers, taking emergency calls and more!

Requirements

At least two years’ experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.
Completion of Grace Hill/Yardi On-Line Training – Essential Skills for New Supervisor and Conflict Resolution for Supervisors
Consistent successful use of all Yardi Maintenance Systems including processing service request through the IPhone.
Knowledgeable in maintaining PayScan per company policy.
Able to maintain adequate inventory to minimize any disruption of operating the business.
Able to schedule effectively to maximize team member’s strengths and contractor efficiency.
High School Graduate or Equivalent Training (If not, must have 5 years maintenance experience.)
Valid Driver’s License with proof of current liability insurance.
Knowledge of Basic Mechanical Concepts
Heating and Air Conditioning and other State Regulated Certifications where required.
CPO Certified – HVAC Certification Universal.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds without difficulty.
Work performed both outdoors and indoors.
Significant amount of bending and reaching daily.
As a condition of employment, all employees must acknowledge and consent to the possibility of audio recordings being made during the performance of their work duties.
Appropriate attire must be worn for this position.
Must wear necessary safety attire and/or use appropriate equipment/tools.
Moderate to low overtime required throughout the year.
Experience in all trades (plumbing, electrical, a/c, etc.) a must!
Customer service attitude, flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment are key to making this position a success!
Reliable transportation is a MUST!
Availability to work on-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years experience in apartment maintenance on 200 unit property!

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times, ensuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
Anticipate, identify, and correct any and all problems involving the property and implement procedures to prevent future issues.
Perform maintenance tasks personally or delegate to Maintenance Technicians.
Oversee and occasionally inspect work performed by Maintenance Technicians.
Institute and manage a system for handling resident service requests, correcting situations within 24 hours when possible.
Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in coordinating and directing the maintenance staff and schedules, ensuring maintenance availability for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Conduct regularly scheduled safety meetings with staff; maintain and communicate HAZCOM standards.
Keep SDS sheets current and readily accessible.
Maintain thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing property storage and management of hazardous materials.
Be aware of the condition of the physical property throughout the community and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service requests, expenditures, apartment make-ready status, and work-in-progress.
Schedule and perform minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment on a regular basis.
Inspect and maintain all tools in excellent condition.
Indoctrinate and assist in the development of all subordinate maintenance staff, instilling a "safety first" attitude.
Instruct staff on the proper use and guidelines for wearing safety items.
Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance and repair in assigned areas.
Ensure that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
Report all major repairs and requisitions to the manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
Change locks and make keys.
Remove and transfer heavy appliances and equipment from storage areas to apartments as circumstances warrant.
Assist in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc., to the dumpster when necessary.
Maintain an adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials to handle most common repairs and situations.
Identify all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts and prepare maps indicating same.
Perform work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
Ensure that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.
Assist with disturbances and other property emergencies during business hours.
Perform any additional duties assigned by the manager or property supervisor.