Maintenance I/ Janitor

EVERGREEN REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC•Chicago, IL

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for assisting the Property Manager and/or the Maintenance Supervisor/III in the maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves ensuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors and staff. This position is also responsible for assisting the Property Manager and/or the Maintenance Supervisor/III to anticipate, identify and correct any and all problems involving the property and to help implement procedures that will prevent such problems by performing the following duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
No Computer Skills Needed.
Some trade school certificate(s) in HVAC, electrical and plumbing
Must have valid and appropriate state driver's license and automobile insurance coverage
Ability to perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner,
Ability to effectively communicate with residents (handle concerns, complaints and issues); vendors; and staff,
Ability to inspect property, grounds and apartments,
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted and customer service-oriented environment,
Must be able to work as a team, interact with others in a professional/pleasant manner and exercise problem-solving skills,
0-2 years’ experience in similar positions of performing general property maintenance tasks related to multi-unit residential complexes,
Frequent need to utilize personal transportation to pick up replacement parts and supplies from vendors. Rotation "on call" status may occasionally require expedient travel to assigned property at moment’s notice.
Must be available for “on-call” services on a rotating basis, weekends and/or emergencies as circumstances warrant
Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools:
Hand Tools: Various wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, posthole diggers, etc.
Power Tools: Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc.
User-Moved Aids: Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, step ladders, full ladders, double ladders
Mechanical Equipment: Motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, electric and hand power augers, etc.
Measuring Devices: Calipers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, testing meters, PH tests, gauges, etc.
The employee must be capable of adapting, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted and work is accomplished, with no diminishment in work performance.
All employees are responsible for observing safety and security procedures as applicable and reporting potentially unsafe conditions to management within their shift, prior to clocking out for the workday.

Responsibilities

Conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; eg, OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
Documents resolutions to all work orders.
Performs maintenance and repair tasks. Ensures that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
Assists in trouble-shooting maintenance problems and make recommendations for correction.
Assists in the collection of bids and procurement of outside services and/or vendors for contract or repair work.
Remains available to perform work orders and routine, preventative and deferred maintenance tasks.
Documents resolutions to all work orders.
Provides information to be used in work order status reports, documentation of capital improvements and major repairs.
Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rake, sweep, shovel as circumstances warrant.
Remains aware of the condition of physical property throughout the community and immediately notify management of any unsafe conditions; e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps, open holes, broken/burned out exterior lights.
Maintains accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, work orders (received and completed), expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work-in-progress, etc.
Assists in scheduling and performing minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment on a regular basis.
Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition and inform management of the inventory status of spare parts and maintenance materials.
Looks out for any safety hazards, including LBP, asbestos, radon, hazardous spills and workplace safety. Notify management immediately if safety hazards exist.
Maintains a "safety first" attitude.
Ensures all safety equipment is used consistently and appropriately.
Performs work area clean-up and safety related duties.