Maintenance Technician

KW Property Management Careers•Miami, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Maintenance Technician performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and equipment throughout a residential community, including building interiors and exteriors. The role performs minor repairs in areas such as carpentry, electrical work, air conditioning, plumbing, mechanical systems, painting, and flooring, provided a permit is not required. The technician also coordinates vendors and contractors for repairs beyond routine maintenance, completes work orders and required forms, and helps maintain records and schedules for building maintenance. The position supports a safe, clean, and aesthetically appealing environment for residents. It includes inspecting building systems and common areas, monitoring system controls, maintaining assigned equipment, responding to emergency maintenance requests, and performing lifting or moving tasks as directed. Work takes place indoors and outdoors at an occupied property. Work hours are set by the property and may change to meet business needs; the employee may be called after hours to respond to emergencies.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of general experience in building trades, repair and replacement maintenance, or handy-work.
Ability to react to and address emergency situations in a timely manner, within 30 minutes.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
Ability to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including walking through most of the shift; sitting, standing, reaching, lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, pushing, and pulling items weighing 30 pounds or less; climbing stairs and ladders; and working at heights above ground.

Nice To Haves

Additional trade experience and certifications may be required at some locations.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on building interiors, exteriors, mechanical systems, and equipment.
Contact and schedule vendors and contractors for building repairs or emergencies outside the scope of routine maintenance.
Maintain schedules showing when maintenance was performed and when the next service is due.
Follow the community’s preventative maintenance program.
Perform minor repairs and replacements involving carpentry, electrical work, air conditioning, plumbing, mechanical systems, painting, flooring, and other building repairs when no permit is required.
Complete required forms and work orders using the KWPMC work order system.
Perform casual labor, including lifting or moving heavy items as directed and following appropriate safety procedures.
Routinely inspect building mechanical systems and equipment to ensure proper performance and maintenance.
Monitor and adjust controls for building systems such as air conditioning and boilers.
Routinely inspect common areas to ensure they are clean and aesthetically appealing.
Report problems to the Chief Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor, including issues outside the listed responsibilities.
Maintain assigned equipment in good working condition.
Follow applicable State, Federal, and Company safety standards and precautions.
Use new equipment properly and follow safety procedures before operating it.
Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required, including attending the property when called after hours.
Assist in maintaining records of scheduled maintenance procedures.