About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the community grounds, buildings, and common areas. The position works under the direction of the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Manager. The role also assists the maintenance team with vacant units and light work orders or punch lists. Maintenance Assistants cannot take on-call duties.

Requirements

  • Understand and align with Bell Core Values.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Have at least 2 years of groundskeeping experience in a multifamily environment.
  • Have at least 2 years of landscaping experience.
  • Be able to walk, bend, reach, climb, and lift up to 80 pounds.
  • Be able to work with mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as hazardous materials.
  • Be comfortable working at heights and moving heavy objects.

Nice To Haves

  • HVAC/EPA certifications may be required in some communities, based on staffing levels.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the grounds of the assigned property.
  • Keep the exterior of buildings and surrounding grounds clean.
  • Pick up debris around buildings, in common areas, and through building breezeways to maintain a uniform landscaped appearance.
  • Clean building gutters.
  • Plant and tend flowerbeds, trees, and shrubs; trim and mow lawns; apply fertilizer and insecticides; and use pest control equipment.
  • Perform basic maintenance of tools and equipment, including lubricating, sharpening, replacing broken handles, making simple adjustments, and completing necessary repairs.
  • Clean and remove trash.
  • Perform pool maintenance duties when needed.
  • Shovel snow when necessary.
  • Spread salt on public passageways when necessary to prevent ice buildup.
  • Clean vacated apartments as directed by the Maintenance Manager, completely and on schedule.
  • Clean common areas daily.
  • Keep amenities clean and orderly, including the fitness facility, bathrooms, laundry facilities, business center, offices, and clubhouse.
  • Assist the maintenance team in vacant units or with light work orders and punch lists, including painting and moving appliances; on-call duties are not permitted for this position.
  • Follow all safety and OSHA requirements.
  • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Total rewards benefits package
  • Family health insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Vacation
  • Personal days
  • Sick time
  • Customized training programs
  • Associate referral bonus plan
  • Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment
  • A culture that empowers associates to make a difference
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