Maintenance I

Volunteers of America Southwest • Chula Vista, CA

5d • $20 - $20

About The Position

Palomar Apartments is a 168-unit residential apartment facility that is designed to facilitate the affordable housing needs of moderate and middle income families. This is a transitional housing property with 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments. Palomar Apartments provides a clean, safe, and relaxing environment for families to thrive in. We are looking for a Maintenance I employee to assist in preventative and corrective maintenance to the property under the supervisor of the Community Administrator.

Requirements

• Experience in general maintenance to include: heating, electrical and plumbing equipment, building interior and exterior painting and carpentry.
• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be capable of using extension ladder to access roof and windows to make repairs as needed. Also to be able to paint interior and exterior walls and ceilings.
• Must be able to perform emergency maintenance as requested (even if on a Saturday, Sunday or Holidays).
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for different projects.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus

Responsibilities

• Enters occupied apartments to perform necessary work orders, as required.
• Performs daily cleaning of property, clubhouse and units, including vacuuming and dusting, as needed.
• Completes all duties regarding make-ready/vacant units including repairing and cleaning of appliances, windows, floors, bathroom fixtures, cabinets, light fixtures, entry doors, drapery rods, patio/balcony, etc.
• Makes regular inspections of grounds, buildings, plumbing, electrical fixtures, appliances and major equipment such as water heaters, gas lines, etc.
• Maintains all painting equipment and supplies to help ensure the property is looking its best at all times.
• Advises supervisor of work in progress as well as work that needs to be done. Assists in maintaining inventory of tools, equipment and supplies.
• May be responsible for grounds maintenance to include mowing, fertilization and watering of lawn as requested.
• Follows company procedures regarding safety and emergencies.
• Assist with other projects as assigned by Community Administrator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED