Maintenance Technician 1

Weidner Apartment Homes•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

As a Community Maintenance Technician 1, you are a multi-faceted maintenance professional responsible for preparing vacant apartments for occupancy and for providing quality service in a timely manner to our residents and the community. Each day, you will both work in vacant apartments and occupied apartments, performing tasks including painting, drywall repairs and executing maintenance repairs requested by the company. In addition, this role is responsible for conducting efficient daily maintenance tasks while increasing the asset value and integrity of your community. You are able to work independently in all aspects of your role and at a consistent, quality pace. A successful Community Maintenance Technician 1 is able to manage their time effectively, is detail oriented, a trustworthy team player, and takes pride in their work. In addition, this position needs to be accountable and attentive to provide excellent customer service skills when interacting with residents, associates and vendors.

Requirements

1 + years maintenance experience required
1 + years of painting and drywall repairs preferred
Solid mechanical aptitude required
Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kilograms, climb ladders and climb multiple flights of stairs at a time
Able to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilograms
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Able to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicable
Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, swimming pool maintenance, appliances, building systems, irrigation systems, and HVAC systems
EPA certification desired
Complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basis
Able to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and text
Experienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programs
Follow Weidner’s Mission, Vision and Values and comply with all Weidner policies and procedures as well as all Fair Housing, local, state/province, and federal laws
Prompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform & maintain professional appearance at all times
Work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independently
Ability to work outside of normal scheduled hours as needed
Willing and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as needed
Working knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organized
Must agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testing
Must have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation, at all times
Driver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will work

Nice To Haves

1 + years of painting and drywall repairs preferred
EPA certification desired
Experienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Yardi and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programs

Responsibilities

Prepare all vacant apartments for occupancy including but not limited to: painting, drywall repair, trash out, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs
Perform basic system repairs on electrical, plumbing, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.
Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.
Learn to distinguish when full-paint or touch-up paint is needed, as well as knowledge and ability to identify correct paint sheen and color
Perform repairs on plank, vinyl and carpet flooring
Perform service requests for residents daily and timely with moderate supervision and assistance
Perform system repairs on electrical, plumbing, boilers, hot water heaters, HVAC systems, appliances, etc.
Perform detailed work with carpentry, drywall repairs and interior/exterior painting, etc.
Perform preventative maintenance as assigned
Clean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, maintain logs as required by city ordinances, when applicable
Perform daily grounds maintenance of the property including picking up and disposing of all trash, pet defecation removal, maintain pet waste stations, and sweeping walkways
Participate in property improvements and preventive maintenance scheduled tasks, promptly
Must utilize Weidner issued cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily role
Must use personal vehicle to go between properties as assigned during work hours
Must take part in the on-call rotation, as scheduled
Willing and able to help any maintenance or service team as needed