MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - Chapman Crossings

Royal American Management • Houston, TX

4d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for preserving and maintaining the property under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager. The technician must follow OSHA standards and company safety policies, maintain professional conduct and appearance, communicate effectively, and build lasting business relationships. The role involves property upkeep, preventive maintenance, repairs, custodial support, and preparation of vacant units. The technician may also perform other duties requested by a supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Knowledge of property HVAC units and ability to troubleshoot them.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow handwritten or printed service requests, manuals, instructions, warning labels, and directional labels; provide written responses and reports.
• Ability to work within time constraints and complete tasks in a reasonable timeframe.
• Possess and be experienced in using tools and equipment generally associated with multifamily apartment maintenance.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Limited computer literacy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, residents, and vendors.
• Government-issued state ID, or a valid driver's license if required by management based on property or business needs.
• Excellent attendance and communication skills, professionalism, and ability to build lasting business relationships.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance and move large appliances using a hand truck.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools, including hammers, screwdrivers, saws, handheld drills, and circular saws.
• Ability to safely climb and descend ladders unassisted.
• Ability to tolerate normal exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to access all property grounds safely in varying ground and weather conditions, including multilevel structures, with or without an elevator.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl frequently, possibly for long periods.
• Specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

• Previous maintenance experience.
• Relevant certification to perform work involving components of Freon systems, where such work is required.

Responsibilities

• Follow OSHA standards and company safety policies, complete required safety training, conduct hazard assessments before tasks, and use appropriate safety equipment.
• Maintain accurate records for preventive maintenance, work orders, unit refurbishing, annual inspections, and inventories.
• Participate in standby emergency coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and operating manuals.
• Inspect apartment units, buildings, common areas, and grounds; perform repairs and janitorial tasks.
• Provide training to employees or colleagues from other communities as needed.
• Communicate with the supervisor at least twice daily, and report unusual or extraordinary circumstances involving the property, coworkers, or residents.
• Maintain the required property uniform and a professional appearance and attitude.
• Monitor maintenance-related contractual obligations and alert the Community Manager to vendor non-compliance.
• Troubleshoot HVAC systems and repair components such as fan motors, thermostats, and contactors; do not perform repairs involving Freon-system components unless properly certified, and never vent Freon into the atmosphere.
• Keep storage areas and entrances locked and ensure adequate lighting.
• Perform light electrical repairs; light plumbing work; repair or replace glass, tile, screens, draperies, and locks; and perform carpentry tasks.
• Prepare vacant units for re-occupancy, including painting, cleaning appliances, and vacuuming.
• Assist with custodial work in common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal, and window cleaning.
• Maintain and repair amenities such as pools, spas, ponds, and fitness equipment.
• Assist other team members and accept additional tasks that may not be strictly related to repair and maintenance.
• Travel locally as needed to conduct property business.

What This Job Offers

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