Maintenance Tech 1 | The Lex

Pillar Properties•Tacoma, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pillar Properties has an exciting opportunity available for a Maintenance Technician I to join their team at The Lex, a property in Tacoma, WA. The company develops high-quality buildings with a focus on long-term investments, preventative maintenance, and exceptional service. They empower their maintenance teams with resources, support, appropriate physical plant budgets, and opportunities for skill development. The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for assisting in the physical upkeep and maintenance of both the interior and exterior building(s) and surrounding property. Pillar Properties is a privately-owned family property developer, owner, and operator, known for its human-centric approach and treating relationships like family. The company has been recognized on Seattle Business Magazine's Washington's 100 Best Companies to Work For and the Puget Sound Business Journal roster of Washington's Best Workplaces for multiple years (2018-2023).

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written form with residents, employees, and vendors
Ability to work a flexible schedule with regular and timely attendance
Must have own hand tools
Basic prep and painting abilities
Results-driven focus and approach
Strong customer services skills
Adaptable with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong sense of integrity and ethics

Responsibilities

Maintain all apartments and common areas with preventative maintenance as the goal
Complete all written work orders assigned in a timely manner
Assist with plumbing (e.g., sinks, toilets, and bathtubs)
Assist with minor electrical work within units and in common areas (e.g., light switches, wall outlets, garbage disposals, etc.)
Paint apartments and majority of common areas
Assist with training and development of safety procedures and hazard communications
Respond to all community emergencies as requested
Travel as assigned between local properties, if applicable
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Industry-leading base pay plus monthly and discretionary annual performance bonuses
Paid time off – 9 holidays, 15 vacation days
5 personal days (eligible employees)
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision, flexible spending accounts, as well as life insurance benefits (eligible employees)
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
30-40% housing discount at any Pillar Properties community
Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance
Fitness reimbursement, pet insurance discounts, advanced pay, & tuition reimbursement
Cellphone allowance for eligible positions
Paid Designations and company-sponsored training
Opportunities for advancement and a focus on promoting from within