Maintenance Technician I

MRM RESIDENTIAL MCC GROUP•Malvern, PA

10d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician I performs a range of duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment and property at Merion Residential communities. The role follows safety, predictive, and productive maintenance systems, guidelines, and processes to support community business goals, with resident satisfaction as a priority. The technician responds to service needs, performs preventative maintenance and inspections, supports unit turnovers, and maintains the grounds and common areas. The position includes regular daily office hours and scheduled weekend and holiday work, as well as participation in an on-call emergency rotation. HVAC training and certification must be completed within 180 days of hire if the employee does not have the required EPA certification upon hire. Continuing education and on-the-job training are provided as part of the company’s professional development commitment.

Requirements

At least 2 years of maintenance or construction experience.
High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.
At least 2 years of mechanical and industrial experience.
Valid driver’s license.
EPA certification, at minimum Type I and Type II; Universal certification is preferred. If not certified upon hire, HVAC training and certification must be achieved within 180 days of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Knowledge of maintenance systems, including inventory control, preventative maintenance, and work order record keeping.
Basic knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment, including HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, painting, electrical, and plumbing.
Ability to provide technical assistance to other maintenance associates.
Ability to use a computer to input time data and perform basic web-based tasks, including using Merion’s learning management system.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as a full-charge maintenance technician.
HVAC experience.
EPA Universal certification.

Responsibilities

Follow standardized diagnostic approaches for preventative maintenance and system troubleshooting.
Participate in the on-call emergency rotation and respond to emergencies as needed.
Assist in training junior-level Maintenance Technicians.
Troubleshoot property systems and perform repairs.
Conduct maintenance inspections, including building and alarm system inspections.
Inspect vacant units and ensure turnovers are completed; paint turnovers as needed.
Use maintenance software to track work orders, inventory use, product replacement histories, and scheduled preventative maintenance.
Keep tools and equipment in optimum condition.
Inspect subcontracted service providers’ work and document its quality.
Walk grounds and common interior areas daily, removing litter and debris from lawns, planting beds, parking areas, sidewalks, ramps, and indoor spaces.
Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, walkways, steps, and driveways during inclement weather.
Maintain resident relations by providing excellent customer service.
Maintain regular daily office hours and work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
Recommend inventory levels for supplies and tools needed for unit turnovers.
Perform non-complex electrical, plumbing, painting, and carpentry work orders.
Assist with reconfiguring spaces, including moving furniture, and with cleaning.
Complete assigned service request orders accurately and promptly according to Merion Residential’s standards.
Follow preventative maintenance programs and guidelines to minimize emergency repairs and service requests.
Follow company safety programs and guidelines.
Walk the property daily to maintain curb appeal.