Maintenance Technician

The Michaels Organization • Camden, NJ

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About The Position

The Michaels Organization is a national residential real estate company with capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. The Maintenance Technician performs maintenance and repair work for residential units and the surrounding property, including basic plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, appliance repairs, cleaning, and preparing units for inspection and occupancy. The role provides timely, professional service to residents and property management, responds to work orders and requests, and helps maintain safe, clean, and functional buildings and common areas.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of maintenance work experience or experience in a related field.
• High school diploma and training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurbishing and cleaning, and air-conditioning.
• Any specific certifications required by the property.
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required.
• Willingness to work in areas beyond repair maintenance, including janitorial, custodial, gardening, and painting.
• Ability to be personable and trustworthy, work well with residents and coworkers, and perform work safely.
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend work instructions and safety notices in English.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if required for emergencies, on-call duties, or scheduled shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school and/or military training.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, and circuits, as well as light plumbing work such as clearing stoppages and replacing fittings.
• Perform carpentry work, including fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves, and sanding and refinishing floors; perform interior and exterior painting.
• Replace broken glass, tile, carpet, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliances, draperies, and locks.
• Assist with custodial and grounds work in common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning windows.
• Respond to work orders, resident requests, and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with apartment move-in and move-out inspections, schedule annual apartment inspections with the Maintenance Manager or Community Manager, and complete apartment make-ready work as directed.
• Maintain knowledge of water and gas meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, and sewer clean-outs, and post a map of their locations.
• Keep accurate records for preventive maintenance, work orders, apartment refurbishing, annual inspections, inventories, and purchase orders; perform scheduled equipment maintenance according to manufacturers' operating manuals.
• Report maintenance or resident-related concerns to the manager promptly.
• Periodically inspect units, buildings, and common areas and perform repairs and janitorial assistance as needed; ensure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequately lit.
• Attend and participate in training seminars as requested and comply with OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures.
• Interact effectively, promptly, and professionally with residents, contractors, and the property management team regarding maintenance services.
• Track stock control and use of maintenance materials when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Children may apply for the Michaels Employee Scholarship Program.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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